Our Water Consultancy Division has ambitious growth plans in line with AMP8 investment needs and we are proud of our strong reputation in the industry. We cover all phases of the project lifecycle from feasibility studies through detailed design, construction support, and commissioning to handover. We also provide specialist technical support to colleagues across our global business, offering fantastic opportunities to get involved in diverse and technically complex work. The scale of investment required in AMP8 is a significant challenge but also a major opportunity to provide a long-lasting legacy to our clients and their regions.
Given this, we have an exciting opportunity for a talented Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team of mechanical, electrical and ICA engineers and provide technical excellence, leadership and direction on a range of water projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing the MEICA design and integration with other disciplines
- Managing and contributing to the preparation of design deliverables to achieve the correct time / cost / quality balance for the project
- Working with the resource manager to manage project resources and to grow and develop our capability through recruitment and training
- Business development including providing specialist support to our Account Leaders and Practices, and leading on proposals and tenders in the water and waste water fields
- Programme and financial management of small to medium sized projects with a MEICA bias
Qualifications & Requirements
- Chartered Mechanical Engineer
- In-depth knowledge of water treatment and wastewater treatment equipment including pumping systems
- Strong communication skills to interact with other disciplines and clients, and to develop and promote the team
- A capability to manage design delivery and project management
- A team leader capable of managing and motivating individuals to consistently deliver
- Willingness to contribute to and develop technical knowledge networks
- A drive to be abreast of professional development and knowledge of current and emerging technical solutions
Benefits
- We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%
- Life assurance equal up to 4 x basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x salary
- Income protection scheme providing a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury
- Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving, and will writing
- Annual bonus schemes
Employee Ownership
- Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success
- Employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through personal and group performance bonuses
- As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution
- Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future
- For senior roles you will have a direct pathway towards ownership from day one
Health and Wellbeing
- Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues
- Health cash plan to support everyday health costs and treatments
- Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues
- Wellbeing support available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family
- Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too
Holiday entitlements
- Minimum of 33‑35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays; ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme
- Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years of service
- Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high‑street retailers
Enhanced Family & Carers Leave
- 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave
- Two weeks paid paternity/partner leave
- Shared parental leave matches maternity leave, paying up to 24 weeks at full pay
- Up to five additional days leave for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid
Learning and Development
- Primary annual professional institution subscription
- Broad range of opportunities to enhance technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self‑development options
Networks, communities, and social outcomes
- Join a wide range of groups including Advanced Employee Networks supporting LGBTQ+, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities
- Make a difference within our communities through our social outcomes
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.
Accessibility
We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can support you.
