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Mechanical Design Engineer – Water Industry, Pumping Stations
ALTENMechanical Design Engineer supporting water industry projects, especially pumping stations, from Birmingham. Engaging in design, development, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Experience with Mechanical Design & Pumping Systems
- Design and develop pumping stations, including mechanical layouts and equipment selection
- Specify and size pumps, pipework systems, valves, and associated mechanical equipment
- Produce detailed design calculations, technical drawings, and specifications
- Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, and maintainability requirements
- Apply relevant water industry standards, including WIMES
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
- Support design reviews and ensure alignment with project and client requirements
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, electrical, and process engineers
- Support project phases including design, procurement, installation, and commissioning
- Liaise with suppliers and contractors to ensure technical compliance and quality
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, cost, and sustainability of mechanical systems
- Contribute to continuous improvement in design methods and engineering practices
- Support the integration of new technologies within water infrastructure projects
Requirements
What you’ll need- Strong experience in mechanical design within the water or utilities sector
- Proven experience designing pumping stations, pumps, and piping systems
- Understanding of mechanical principles, fluid systems, and hydraulic calculations
- Familiarity with WIMES standards and water industry practices
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or equivalent military experience
Benefits
Comp & perks- Private Medical Insurance
- Cycle & Tech Scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Life insurance & Pension Scheme
- Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
- Flexible way of working (role dependent)
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Hard Skills & Tools
mechanical designpumping systemsdesign calculationstechnical drawingsequipment selectionhydraulic calculationspiping systemsvalveswater industry standardsWIMES
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationproblem-solvingcontinuous improvementproject alignmentefficiency improvementcost reductionsustainability focus
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringMaster’s degree in Mechanical Engineering