Job Description

The role of the Design Engineer is to manage the production of discipline specific engineering design deliverables for a range of multi-disciplinary projects predominantly within the Water Industry. You will be involved in the project from initial scope development, through detailed design and supporting construction.


Reporting to the Contracts Manager, the main duties and responsibilities are as follows:

Main duties and responsibilities

Provide management support on projects across the business in the design and optioneering exercises to develop initial client concepts or requirements into workable solutions Liaise with internal and external clients to identify their exact requirements Attend site-based surveys to understand the needs of a given project, including meeting client representatives as well as gathering information and data to inform the optimum design solution In conjunction with other disciplines on the project, manage detailed design tasks to client stage and approval specifications Manage the production of design deliverables for specified projects alongside other team members and contribute technical guidance to projects as required Produce detailed designs in accordance with sector norms and ISO standards using Autodesk Revit for 3D modelling and AutoCAD for 2D sketching and detailed construction drawings. Check/Approve design packages produced by other designers Present designs at internal review meetings and external client review meetings such as HAZOP's and Technical Authority reviews Develop, maintain and be responsible for Design Risk Assessments in accordance with statutory obligations and company policy Support both team and personal Continuous Professional Development by demonstrating an awareness and understanding of advances or emergent technologies within your discipline Undertake any other duties which may be required by management

Skills / Attributes;

Proficient 2D and 3D modelling (AutoCAD / Revit) Minimum 3-5 years previous design experience ideally within a mechanical engineering or construction environment Strong background in mechanical design - a knowledge of pump and pipework design would be advantageous Good understanding of the common treatment process and associated equipment in the water and wastewater sectors Strong communication skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and other stakeholders A working knowledge of electrical and process control would be advantageous * Degree/equivalent in an engineering discipline desirable