Hiring Now: Lead Design Engineer Near You – Apply Today!

Your Next Lead Design Engineer Job Starts Here – Apply Now!

Lead Design Engineer

Job Posted: 12 days ago

Salary: £ 70,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

Expire in: 15 days

Job Description

Lead Design Engineer – Water & Wastewater Treatment
Location: Huntingdon (Hybrid – 3 days WFH)
Salary: Circa £70,000 + Car Allowance
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Are you a Chartered Engineer looking to lead high-profile water and wastewater projects?

We’re working with a leading industrial water treatment company seeking an experienced Lead Design Engineer to take ownership of engineering design packages from concept to commissioning on projects up to £5M+.

What you’ll do:

  * 

    Lead all design aspects for water and wastewater treatment schemes.

  * 

    Produce feasibility studies, process designs, PFDs, P&IDs, plant layouts, and equipment specifications.

  * 

    Conduct tender-stage optioneering to deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions.

  * 

    Review and validate third-party designs for compliance and optimization.

  * 

    Support commissioning activities and develop technical proposals and tenders.

  * 

    Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, clients, and suppliers to deliver projects on time and within budget.

What you’ll need:

  * 

    Master’s degree in Process, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering.

  * 

    Chartered Engineer status.

  * 

    Extensive experience designing complex water and wastewater treatment systems.

  * 

    Qualified in IOSH Process Safety and CDM Regulations (Designer).

  * 

    Strong understanding of civil and MEICA disciplines.

  * 

    Skilled in AutoCAD, PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment selection.

  * 

    Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.

  * 

    Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.

What’s in it for you:

  * 

    Competitive salary circa £70,000 + Car Allowance

  * 

    Bonus scheme and flexible benefits

  * 

    Personal private healthcare

  * 

    26 days leave + Bank Holidays

  * 

    Pension scheme with company contribution

  * 

    Opportunity to lead high-profile, innovative projects in a supportive environment

If you’re a senior engineer ready to make a real impact in industrial water treatment, apply now

Before You Apply

Do not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:

Bank details.
National Insurance number.
Date of birth.

You should not be asked for payment or irrelevant information. If you have concerns about a job advert or employer, seek guidance on how to proceed.

Looking for your next career move? Join a top company hiring Lead Design Engineer job near me in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire! This is your chance to work on exciting projects, grow professionally, and enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay and excellent benefits. Whether you're an experienced professional or looking to take the next step, this role offers the perfect opportunity to enhance your skills and make an impact. Don’t miss out—apply today via Vita CV and take your career to the next level!