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Principal Mechanical Engineer
Job Posted: 4 days ago
Salary: £ 60,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Exeter
Expire in: 23 days
Job Description
We are seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer with experience of working in the UK water sector. This position offers the opportunity to work in a flexible hybrid environment, with a primary focus on delivering high-quality engineering design solutions for turnkey and engineering services contracts. You will play a critical role in minimizing risks and maximizing the profitability of projects while ensuring that all designs adhere to health and safety standards, specifications, and contract requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop cost-effective and compliant design layouts that meet project specifications and can be constructed and commissioned effectively. Consider all costs associated with the design, including design time, materials, erection, and potential impacts on other disciplines.
Apply standard practices wherever possible to maintain competitiveness in the market.
Provide detailed estimates and feedback to support the Proposals department.
Work within established procedures to continuously improve the department’s processes and efficiency.
Assist in developing, updating, and reviewing procedures to streamline operations.
Ensure effective coordination with all other engineering disciplines to maintain alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
Maintain comprehensive files and records throughout the duration of each contract.
Strive for customer satisfaction by ensuring designs and services meet or exceed expectations, whether for external clients or internal teams.
Develop and maintain a personal development plan, actively seeking to improve skills and knowledge.
Mentor and assist in the development of junior engineering staff.
Contribute to maintaining a safe and productive working environment for all team members.
Focus on reducing waste and environmental impact through all departmental activities.
Ensure designs comply with all relevant health and safety regulations.
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
Extensive experience designing complex process systems.
Strong understanding of water treatment principles.
Proven experience managing staff in designing water and sewage treatment plants.
Membership in a professional institution or Chartered status.
A relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience.
Ability to produce rationalized designs and cost-effective plant layouts.
Solid knowledge across multiple engineering disciplines, including mechanical, process, electrical, and project management.
Ability to analyze large amounts of technical data and draw clear conclusions.
Strong communication skills to present technical proposals clearly and confidently.
Proficient with computer software relevant to the role.
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