M Group Water
Mechanical Design Engineer
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Analytical Mechanical Engineer – Capital Project Delivery
About the Role
Right across infrastructure, there’s a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. At M Group, you’ll have the opportunity to grow and develop, regardless of your career stage. You’ll deliver essential infrastructure services safely first, client-centric, and in a warm environment where collaboration is encouraged, and innovation is rewarded.
This role lies within our water and wastewater capital project delivery team. Our teams drive large-scale capital programs focused on sustaining water infrastructure for future generations while protecting the environment.
We’re problem solvers with over 140 years of combined expertise in engineering and infrastructure. Join us to make a lasting impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead mechanical optioneering:
- Prepare, analyse, and review key mechanical options with the client and project stakeholders.
- Mitigate risks, ensure gaps are addressed, and uphold the Project Basis of Design.
- Conduct design calculations:
- Size mechanical, hydraulic, power, and building services equipment.
- Liaise with the supply chain:
- Evaluate and integrate the latest technologies into the optioneering process.
- Collaborate on 3D modelling & system solutions:
- Work with the design team to develop innovative designs.
- Oversee technical documentation:
- Review and finalise P&IDs (process & instrumentation diagrams), data sheets, HAZID (Hazard Identification) and HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) studies, and mechanical inputs for commissioning plans, including proposed performance tests.
- Drive safety and standards compliance:
- Promote excellence in Health & Safety (H&S), ensuring designs meet CDM (Construction Design and Management) Regulations and industry best practices.
- Align with project objectives:
- Identify and champion opportunities to meet digital, sustainability, innovation, and people goals.
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Requirements
- A degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Extensive practical experience in mechanical design (especially in water/wastewater or related sectors).
- Proven expertise in designing hydraulic and mechanical systems.
- Strong understanding of modular construction methods and accreditation processes.
- Ability to collaborate effectively and innovate while maintaining a problem-solving mindset.
Why Join Us?
Benefits Package
- Life & Work Support:
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Online 24/7 GP access.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- My Rewards portal (discounts, perks, savings).
- Life assurance.
- Cycle to work, salary finance & Give as You Earn schemes.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
- Reward & recognition programme.
- Refer a friend incentives.
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- Flexible & Financial Incentives:
- Company car & fuel card (choice of EV or hybrid models).
- My Car Choice salary sacrifice scheme for electric/hybrid vehicles.
- Private healthcare (private single cover).
- Healthcare Cash Plan (claims for dental, vision, physiotherapy, etc.).
- 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays).
- Discretionary bonus scheme.
About M Group
We strive to be an employer of choice, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. Recognised as one of the Top 100 UK employers supporting veterans, we champion equality through our ENABLE inclusion networks.
Our values guide our culture and working practices:
- "Responsible – We go further for our people, clients, communities, and planet."
- "Open – We seek better ways to exceed expectations."
- "Together – As one team, we’re stronger than the sum of our parts."
We invest in training and development for all employees, ensuring career growth at every stage. From apprenticeships and traineeships to leadership opportunities, we help you thrive.
Save crucial infrastructure services for life.
Applications close before the stated date—apply early for the best consideration.
Disclosure & Background Checks: For this role, candidates may be subject to third-party background checks, including, where relevant, drug and alcohol testing as part of onboarding.
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