Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Commutable to Preston (3 days in office per week) Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience) Working Hours: 40 hours per week (flexible between 7:00am - 6:30pm)

About the Company

We are a values-driven organisation with a strong charitable focus-profits are donated to charities chosen by our employees. We pride ourselves on a collaborative, supportive culture where people are encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays Enhanced paid family leave 4 weeks full sick pay 6.5% employer pension contribution Salary sacrifice private healthcare scheme (50% employer contribution) Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities Flexible working hours

The Role

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer (mid to senior level) to join our growing team. You will be working on a range of projects within the water and wastewater sector, supporting key clients including Welsh Water, United Utilities, and Yorkshire Water.

Key Responsibilities

Produce high-quality mechanical design drawings in line with project guidelines (AMP8 and beyond) Develop design documentation including P&IDs, piping layouts, and technical specifications Carry out design calculations such as stress analysis where required Participate in HAZOP studies and contribute to project safety and compliance Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, site engineers, and internal stakeholders Liaise with clients to gather and clarify project requirements Support design leads with site surveys when necessary (occasional travel required)

About You

Proven experience in mechanical design engineering Strong background in the water or wastewater industry (essential) Experience working for a design & build contractor (Tier 1 preferred) Proficient in AutoCAD Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with a variety of stakeholders A proactive, self-starting approach with strong problem-solving skills Comfortable working independently and as part of a team