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AtkinsRéalis

Associate Director, Mechanical Engineer

AtkinsRéalis

Mechanical Engineer leading design delivery for innovative UK engineering projects. Join a multi-disciplinary team at AtkinsRéalis focusing on water market clients.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeBelfast • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Hard Skills
Mechanical engineeringTechnical designDesign integrationProject design deliverablesDesign consultancyDesign codesDesign standardsIndustry best practicesTechnical leadershipBid proposals
Soft Skills
LeadershipCommunicationProblem-solvingInnovative thinkingCollaborationClient advisingIndependencePerspective-takingTeam managementReviewing and approving
Certifications & Qualifications
Degree in Mechanical EngineeringChartered Mechanical Engineer
Industry Keywords
Multi-disciplinary projectsUK design standardsRelevant legislationMechanical engineering capabilitiesD&AT practiceTechnical deliverablesOperational activitiesService activitiesProject teamsDesign delivery

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead a team of Mechanical engineers for delivery of technical design work on complex multi-disciplinary projects.
  • Lead on the development of project design deliverables for Mechanical aspects of complex multi-disciplinary projects.
  • Responsible for managing production, reviewing, and approving technical deliverables.
  • Provide Technical Leadership within discipline for the regional and national D&AT practice.
  • Grow, develop, and manage the Mechanical Engineering capabilities.
  • Work independently with guidance in only the most challenging situations.
  • Advise client, operational, project, or service activities within project teams and wider D&AT Practice initiatives.
  • Manage or collaborate on technical aspects of bid proposals.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • A degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
  • Chartered Mechanical Engineer.
  • Proven experience in leading large-scale Mechanical engineering design delivery for a design consultancy.
  • Takes broad perspective to identify innovative solutions, challenges the status quo.
  • Comprehensive knowledge and proven practical experience in the design integration of mechanical equipment.
  • Thorough understanding of current UK design standards, relevant legislation, and established industry practices.
  • Exemplary communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly.
  • Expert knowledge of current design codes and standards as well as industry best practices.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Enjoy competitive salaries
  • Employee rewards
  • Brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices.
  • Opportunities for training and professional development
  • Hybrid working culture
  • Flexible holiday allowances