Principal Mechanical Engineer

Overview

As the Principal Mechanical Engineer, you have a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic team of engineers. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the ‘Intelligent Client’ that will propel Thames Water towards Thames Water's ambitious AMP8 goals and beyond. Your expertise in Mechanical Engineering is essential for the success of Thames Water's pioneering projects.

What you’ll be doing as a Principal Mechanical Engineer:

• Elevate Engineering Excellence - Define Success - Set precise technical requirements with Project Definition Briefs, ensuring projects start strong.
• Innovate Continuously - Refine Technical Asset Standards to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in Thames Water's processes.
• Commitment to Compliance - Champion Regulations - Uphold Engineering Regulatory standards in Mechanical Engineering to ensure Thames Water's assets thrive.
• Design Solutions - Lead the creation of innovative designs for the water and wastewater industries.
• Collaborative Spirit - Synergize Teams - Work with multi-disciplinary teams to tackle engineering challenges and ensure adherence to strict design codes.
• Lead with Impact - Guide teams on mechanically focused projects, making a meaningful difference.
• Transform Failures - Learn and Improve - Conduct equipment failure root cause analysis to reduce future occurrences and enhance reliability.
• Technical Expertise - Contribute Value - Provide essential insights for project definition briefs and asset assessments.
• Ensure Delivery - Achieve technical sign-off and assurance throughout project delivery and handover.
• Drive Innovation - Pioneer Technology - Support the development of cutting-edge technologies in research.
• Develop Tools - Create innovative software and apps to empower Thames Water's engineering team.
• Empower Future Leaders - Establish Excellence - Help create a Centre of Excellence that nurtures talent and fosters growth.
• Mentor Emerging Talent - Guide graduates and apprentices, shaping the next generation of industry experts.

What you should bring to the role:

• Be degree qualified or equivalent in mechanical engineering with chartership through a relevant awarding body.
• A Mechanical Engineering background in one or more sludge digestion and treatment, biogas and CHP systems, water and wastewater treatment, pumps/piping systems, or process equipment is essential.
• Understanding of the regulatory environment to achieve compliance with Thames Water's Engineering regulatory requirements.
• Had exposure to lead design engineering roles.
• Exposure to supporting quantity surveyors/cost estimating teams in the scope development for cost modelling and budgetary proposals.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary from £61,000 to £75,000 per annum.
• 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (Plus bank holidays).
• Car Allowance.
• Annual Bonus.
• Private Medical Health Care.
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% - 2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme including Thames Water's benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.