Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Water Sector)

We are actively seeking to recruit several Senior Mechanical Design Engineers specializing in the water sector for various significant long-term projects throughout the UK.

RPS, in collaboration with Tetra Tech, has secured a £100 million exclusive framework with a major utility provider to enhance river health in the Northwest region of England.

With over two decades of partnership with this utility provider, RPS is at the forefront of innovative projects. As we transition into the next AMP cycle, this presents an exciting opportunity to engage in the water sector, working alongside dedicated organizations to drive positive environmental change.

Under this decade-long framework, RPS will focus on program optimization, solution development, and selection of the most advantageous options considering value, carbon footprint, and cost. Our objective is to provide outstanding water services that promote a sustainable and flourishing Northwest.

About Our Team:

The RPS Water Consulting team comprises Engineers, Modellers, and Data Analysts dedicated to Asset Management and Operational Strategy formulation for our clients in the water industry, facilitating effective business planning and execution. This dynamic field presents challenges and opportunities that demand innovation, commitment, and teamwork to fulfill our clients' requirements.

Beyond the framework with the utility provider, we collaborate with numerous prominent water companies across the UK, maintaining a diverse portfolio of long-term agreements.

Our Water Consultancy division is engaged in prestigious AMP programs leading into future cycles, ensuring a stable career trajectory and the chance to leave a lasting impact.

About You:

You will possess experience in generating technical outputs, including specifications, designing pumping and aeration systems, schedules, and reports, and be well-versed in collaborative planning and solution design.

Your role will involve providing engineering design inputs in collaboration with other disciplines, producing General Arrangement Drawings, 3D models, and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams.

Success in this position requires strong communication skills, enabling you to deliver technical presentations to clients and fellow engineers, as well as contribute to collaborative design discussions, technical workshops, and safety reviews.

A solid understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes is essential, along with experience in evaluating existing site infrastructure to develop and implement mechanical designs.

By joining our team, you will not only engage in exciting projects and collaborate with industry leaders but also make a significant impact on the lives of many, leaving a legacy for future generations. As a vital member of our team, you will play an essential role in the water sector, partnering with major water companies to ensure a positive and lasting influence on the communities we serve.

Your Responsibilities:

• Engage in a diverse range of projects across significant long-term frameworks with water companies.
• Strive for positive outcomes for both projects and the community.
• Collaborate closely with Senior and Principal Engineers and other stakeholders to support project delivery.
• Mentor and guide junior team members.
• Interpret technical drawings and utilize AutoCAD and/or Inventor.
• Conduct asset condition surveys and prepare detailed reports and recommendations.
• Contribute to the creation of Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Prepare mechanical design deliverables, including calculations, reports, specifications, datasheets, drawings, schedules, and procurement documentation.
• Support the project team in adhering to Designer duties under CDM, including producing design risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Assurance systems and procedures.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Strong technical understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
• Experience in the water industry is highly advantageous.
• Familiarity with the design of pumping systems and pump selection.
• Proficiency in using P&IDs to create equipment, valve, and pipe schedules.
• Experience in producing specifications.
• Knowledge of Construction Design & Management (CDM) Regulations and safety-focused design.
• Understanding of various contract procurement methods, particularly ECC (NEC) forms.
• Ability to manage work according to time, cost, and quality standards.
• Support junior staff in their technical growth.
• Willingness to travel to operational and construction sites as needed, ensuring safety during asset surveys, inspections, and testing of mechanical equipment.
• Familiarity with design tools and software such as AutoCAD or similar packages is beneficial but not mandatory.

Qualifications:

• An IMechE accredited degree; postgraduate qualifications are a plus.
• Chartered status or progress towards chartership for Senior or Principal levels.
• Affiliation with a professional institution such as IET, InstMC, or CIWEM, or in the process of obtaining membership.

What We Offer:

A personalized development plan and a clear career pathway empower you to take charge of your career, with support available to help you reach your goals.

We value diverse ideas, perspectives, and thinking styles, recognizing that a mix of experiences and skills fosters the most innovative solutions. We respect each individual and acknowledge the contributions of all team members. Joining us means becoming part of a diverse community and a company that prioritizes employee well-being.

A career with us is anything but ordinary. Here, you are not just a number; you are part of the solution.

Why Choose RPS?

We are a connected community striving for exceptional outcomes. We understand the importance of flexibility, empowering our employees to create a work-life balance that suits them. We also recognize the value of collaboration and social interaction in the workplace. With agile offices and hybrid working arrangements, we trust our team to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace designed for you.

RPS, A Tetra Tech Company:

As of January 2023, RPS has joined Tetra Tech, a global leader in consulting and engineering services with over 28,000 employees across more than 550 offices worldwide. This partnership opens up market-leading development and project opportunities, enabling us to tackle some of the world's most complex challenges.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact on the future of water.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We recognize that a truly inclusive organization must leverage talent globally without unnecessary barriers. We are dedicated to embedding diversity and inclusion principles in all our processes to reflect the communities and clients we serve, ensuring we attract, develop, and retain the best talent for our future.

Our approach to diversity and inclusion is driven by our core behaviors, which define who we are and shape the memorable experiences we create. 'Stronger Together' is one of our key behaviors, emphasizing respect for diversity and recognizing the potential contributions of all individuals. We believe that fostering an environment where people can learn and grow is essential for our collective success.

Recruitment Agencies:

We maintain a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners for recruitment needs and do not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate introductions from agencies not on this list. For further information, please refer to the careers section of our website.