Senior Mechanical Engineer

Duties and responsabilities 

• Work flexibly within the M&E department as a competent confident expert source for mechanical design
• Undertake fee earning assignments in the UK and overseas
• Assist the Principal Mechanical Engineer and Project Manager in clarifying the project brief agreed deliverables key milestones project methodology quality assurance and control strategy
• Undertake the lead technical role for mechanical engineering systems covering outline and detailed designs; e.g. calculations drawings sketches reports etc to achieve the optimum solution for the project
• Assess document and communicate design changes to the Principal Mechanical Engineer and Project Manager
• Be aware of work requirement and take personal responsibility to work to deliver this to agreed time cost and quality requirements
• Undertake significant elements of the detailed design and the checking of outputs as directed
• Review check and comment on detailed designs prepared by consortium partners or third parties
• Provide technical guidance support and training to colleagues and assist where practicable in mentoring and development of others
• Work in close collaboration with colleagues from other disciplines as required
• Ensure that all work is carried out in full compliance with the Companys Integrated Management Systems
• Observe and maintain Company Health and Safety Policy across all activities
• Adopt procedures for standardisation of work products and deliverables and peer review to ensure consistency and excellence in service delivery of the Companys technical work product
• Adhere to Company procedures in the management delivery and administration of Services
• Embrace organisational change and appropriately modify behaviour and attitudes as required
• Have an understanding and awareness of the company values and business plan and your contribution to both
• Undertake other reasonable duties as requested by your assignment or line manager

Qualifications :

Key experience and qualifications 

• First Class/2:1 Masters Degree in a relevant mechanical engineering discipline
• Chartered Engineer or Incorporated Engineer or have completed an accredited training scheme and be working toward attaining Chartered status with an appropriate professional body.
• Knowledge and experience of mechanical engineering systems of infrastructure and non-infrastructure works together with an understanding of E&IC systems.
• Knowledge of infrastructure projects and an understanding of the integration of E&M systems in the overall construction project.  
• Experience in design tender and contract preparation tender assessment and contract administration.
• Good knowledge of relevant national and international E&M industry standards
• Awareness of forms of contract construction methodologies and E&M engineering procedures
• Desire to work in a consultancy environment on large scale infrastructure projects
• Competent in the use of MS Office programmes and relevant bespoke software packages. 
• Ability to develop competence in use of relevant programmes to suit specific role requirements

competences : 

• Technical Skills: Good knowledge of best practice current legislation and market awareness in specialist sector. Excellent problem solving and detailed design skills with ability to deliver practical solutions
• Communication Skills: Good interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively to all levels both internally and with external clients.  Excellent reporting/writing and strong presentation skills
• IT Skills: Good standard of IT with working knowledge of Office products and applicable specialist software
• Critical Thinking: Ability to respond quickly to changing circumstances whilst maintaining a clear view of overall priorities.  Ability to work under pressure and ensure deadlines are met whilst maintaining high quality output.
• Team Skills: Exceptional team working skills to be able to contribute to and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams but also has the capacity to work independently to a high standard as the assignment nature dictates
• Business Acumen: Results oriented with a proven ability to work to defined agreed targets and priorities

About you : 

• Committed and enthusiastic with a high degree of integrity
• Demonstrates willingness and flexibility of availability to meet business needs; able to organise and prioritise workload to ensure that timescales are met
• Able to work on own initiative and seek assistance when required
• Able to perform effectively within changing environments; modifies own behavioural style to achieve results
• Able to work collaboratively with colleagues clients and contractors to form strong positive working relationships
• Commitment to own personal development

Additional Information :

Whats in It for You
Competitive salary and benefits package (pension profit share medical insurance etc.)
Hybrid working options for better work-life balance
Supportive team environment with a strong focus on wellbeing
Ongoing training CPD and career development
Opportunities to work on technically challenging projects across the UK and globally
A vibrant Sports & Social Club that organises events games entertainment and recreational activities to promote camaraderie and fun outside of work
Paid volunteer days French lessons and more!

Ready to build something that lasts

Take the next step in your career and join a team where your work will shape the world around us.

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