Working in partnership with a family run, utility services business which has been in business for 50years, we are delighted to be recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their very successful team based in Balcombe. The role is permanent and full-time.
Role PurposeDirecting, co-ordinating, initiating, planning, executing, monitoring & control of all mechanical aspects of primarily clean water design projects.
Role Responsibilities
- Mechanical design of infrastructure related primarily to clean water treatment plants ensuring it is compliant with client’s specifications and standards.
- Producing design deliverables including, but not limited to, P&IDs, hydraulic calculations, pipework layouts, pipework schedules, P&E schedules, Pipe supports/thrust design, Mechanical Gas, and layouts.
- Arranging and executing site surveys where required
- Liaising with designers from different disciplines, both internal and external, to ensure the design package is complete and concise.
- Managing external design resources where required
- Compilation of mechanical specifications and datasheets for procurement of mechanical equipment (pumps, valves, pipework, screens etc)
- Assisting with management of mechanical procurement packages
- Assisting with preparing tender documents as a basis for construction
- Reviewing technical submissions
- Working collaboratively with other design departments and support project managers and directors
- Keep up to date with environmental matters, and be aware of policy and developments in this area
- Presenting technical data or project results to both technical and non-technical Clients and Colleagues
- Maintaining design input throughout the project lifecycle– from the feasibility stage, to outline and detail design, through to construction and handover.
- Assist with controlling and managing budgets at project level.
- Ensuring compliance with design/specifications and standards
- Ensuring compliance with project programme and all knowledge areas
Key Competencies
- 5 years’ experience in a similar role preferably clean water based.
- BTEC HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering as a minimum
- EUSR water hygiene card
- Competent in using Microsoft Word & Excel
- Degree in mechanical field would be desirable.
- Strong AutoCAD Plant 3D design skills will be advantageous.
- Ability to use Microsoft project to manage programmes.
- Ability to make decisions and demonstrate accountability and integrity.
- Ability be an active and participating team member able to transfer skills to others to achieve business objectives.
- Ability to troubleshoot and strategize to meet the long-term vision of the company.
- Ability to deliver required results while working in a high-pressure environment.
In return you will receive a salary between £45,000 - £50,000 per annum - depending on experience, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus many other benefits including:
- Long Service Scheme
- Access to Peoples Pension scheme after 3 months service
- Access to Group Pension Scheme after completion of one year’s service
- Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover if joining pension scheme.
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme & Medicash after successful completion of probation
- CSR Programme (3 days supported per annum)
- Continuous Development Opportunities
If you would like to apply, please send your CV via the link or directly to jen@recruitment22.co.uk and we will contact you if you have been successfully shortlisted.