Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Leeds - Hybrid

Full Time, Permanent

Competitive Salary & Benefits

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to work predominantly within the Water industry but you may also cover wider utilities, infrastructure and industrial clients.

This is a consultant role and it is likely the post holder will be seconded into one of Aqua’s clients on a part time or full time basis on an occasional or permanent basis.

Key responsibilities include;

• Willing to lead and/or contribute on feasibility, outline and detailed design projects.
• Tendering and developing fee bids.
• Design management and coordination of multi-discipline projects.
• Leading/conducting site visits as and when required.
• Liaising with and supporting internal stakeholders, clients and suppliers.
• Support junior engineers with development and potential mentoring.
• Production of required deliverables to time, cost and quality.
• Providing technical guidance and solutions on projects and assisting other engineers.
• Developing and delivering innovative solutions for clients.
• Checking and reviewing of documents.
• Assisting with developing smarter ways of working through new tools, techniques etc.
• Maintaining personal development and CPD.
• Supporting the Aqua family Mission 25 goals for future growth of the company.

• Water Industry or wider utilities experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of water and sewage treatment processes and associated equipment/systems.
• Participation in HAZOPS, SWIFTS, design reviews etc.
• Commercial awareness of clients and factors that affect the project and impacts on Aqua Consultants.
• Leading and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience of projects from feasibility to outline and detailed design.
• Production of calculations e.g., hydraulic pump calculations, screens etc.
• Production of schedules, documents, reports, drawings, datasheets etc.
• Degree qualified within mechanical engineering.
• Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership (within next 6 months).
• Onsite experience would be preferable.
• CAD skills would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of WIMES and other industry standards

What we would like to offer you:

• Competitive salary + discretionary bonus
• Company pension 
• 25 days annual leave + Bank holidays + option to purchase additional leave
• Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme
• Company mobile phone and laptop provided.
• Training and career progression opportunities
• Professional Membership fees paid.
• Life Assurance Scheme 4 x annual salary
• Employee Assistance Programme (with access to GP appointments, Physio appointments and Mental Health Support)
• Medicash cash plan (Money back on everyday healthcare costs such as dental, glasses, contact lenses)
• Refer a friend scheme.
• Enhanced maternity,  paternity and adoption pay and leave

Why Aqua Consultants?

We are a fast-growing organisation with highly experienced staff at the heart of everything we do. We offer more than just a day job – Aqua offers very competitive salaries and a great working environment. You’ll be able to input into the development and growth of our business whilst we help you progress in your career.

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.