Utility Jobs Search : Lead mechanical Engineer, Southeast South East Sussex

We currently have opportunities for Mechanical Engineers to work in our newly opened office in Sussex. There is a vacancy for a Lead Engineer but also we would welcome applications from candidates at all levels of experience for other posts. The Crawley office can expect to work for a number of major clients including Thames Water, Southern Water and other regional water organisations to deliver a significant number of major projects as a part of the AMP4 capital investment programme. Additionally the Crawley office will provide support to other offices in the United Kingdom. You will either lead or be a member of experienced multi-disciplinary teams responsible for the optioneering, solution development and detail design of schemes including: Wastewater treatment works to upgrade the quality of water released into rivers and the sea, Water treatment works to improve, upgrade and enlarge supply, Schemes to help safeguard water supplies including service reservoirs and network projects. Work to start addressing Government plans for new house building, Projects will range in size from less than £50k up to around £50 million looking at new build, quality improvements and asset maintenance. Mechanical Engineers provide technical expertise in the area of all mechanical plant. The work will include the mechanical input from feasibility through to construction and commissioning on a wide variety of projects. Key tasks will include; Liaise with clients and contractors to identify opportunities and develop business relationships, Undertake site inspections, carry out feasibility reviews and work up proposals for the schemes, Produce the technical mechanical specifications and deliverables of the schemes in accordance with current legislation and standards for the scheme requirements. Liase with Subcontractors and deal with technical queries, Undertake factory acceptance testing of mechanical plant, Testing and commissioning on site, we are wholly owned and managed by our employees, so a career with us means you directly share in the responsibilities and rewards of our success. We offer a competitive remuneration package; private healthcare and contributory pension scheme as well as excellent career development opportunities through training and promotion. Competencies; To be successful in one of these roles, you will have a mechanical engineering degree (or equivalent) and be a member (or be working towards membership) of a relevant engineering institution. You will have experience of working on the mechanical elements of water and wastewater treatment works and water and wastewater networks and pumping stations. In addition to the required technical skills, you should have the ability to work well within a team environment, have a strong client service focus and excellent organisational skills. Based Sussex.

Required Skills: Lead, Design, Mechanical Engineering

Minimum Qualification: HNC or equivalent