Finlay Jude Associates Ltd
Principal Mechanical Engineer
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Principal Mechanical Engineer
Principal Mechanical Engineer – Wastewater Industry (Rickmansworth)
FJA are recruiting on behalf of a leading service provider in the wastewater industry for an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer to strengthen their team.
About the Role
Location: Rickmansworth
Our ambitious £400M+ programme covers diverse water and wastewater projects, providing a platform for innovation, professional growth, and rewarding careers. Engineers develop and refine innovative solutions while benefiting from wider industry exposure for continuous learning.
Key Responsibilities
- Report to Design Managers, Technical Discipline Lead, Regional Discipline Lead, and Engineering Manager.
- Develop cost-effective, buildable design layouts meeting all specification requirements.
- Collaborate with other disciplines to build site/plant 3D models.
- Deliver project design outputs within agreed timeframes and budgets.
- Coordinate outputs across all technical disciplines for seamless integration.
- Ensure design stage efficiency by working with construction staff and supply chain to promote operability and maintenance-friendly outputs.
- Follow and improve departmental procedures and processes.
- Adhere to regulations, including CDM 2015, health & safety, and wastewater compliance.
- Chair Operability & Maintenance workshops with clients to refine solutions.
- Supervise and mentor team members, fostering staff development.
- Minimise waste across departmental activities.
- Promote environmental considerations in all designs.
- Support strategies to maintain customer satisfaction (internal & external).
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Requirements
Experience & Knowledge
- Proven experience in engineering principles, including structures, materials, hydraulics, and environmental engineering.
- Extensive knowledge of water and sewage treatment plant design.
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or membership of a professional institution required.
- Relevant engineering degree.
- Ability to rationalise designs and produce cost-effective plant layouts.
- Strong grasp of CDM 2015 regulatory responsibilities.
- Industry standard compliance: BS, WIMES, BSRIA, HSE regulations (PUWER, LOLER, PSSR 2000, DSEAR), and water quality regulations (The Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations 2016, DWI requirements).
- Valid driving licence.
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Benefits Package
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working (flexibility based on business needs)
- Car/car allowance (depending on job requirements)
- 25 days’ holiday + Bank Holidays (with 5 additional days available to buy)
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life Assurance
- Health Insurance
- Private Medical Insurance
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Discounts & Savings Hub
- Kids Pass scheme & additional perks
Next Steps
If you’re seeking a progressive Principal Mechanical Engineer role with a leading contractor and career growth opportunities, apply now.
Due to high application volumes, responses may not always be personalised. If you haven’t heard back within two weeks, please accept that your application is unsuccessful for the advertised role.
Our commitment: Selection will be merit-based, with no discrimination on the grounds of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation.
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