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- Tasks: Lead mechanical design for innovative water projects and mentor fellow engineers.
- Company: Join Stantec, a top-rated consulting firm with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, and great perks like private medical insurance.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable solutions in the water sector.
- Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in water industry design.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team with excellent career growth opportunities.
Are you ready to steer the MEICA strategy for one of the most ambitious eras in UK water history?
At Stantec, we aren’t just preparing for the future; we are currently delivering it. With AMP8 well underway, we are managing record-breaking levels of investment. We are looking for a Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer to provide high-level technical leadership and strategic mentorship across the Midlands. This role could be based from our offices in Birmingham, Redditch or Derby.
The Role: Influence, Lead, Deliver
This is a high-visibility leadership position with the potential opportunity to take on regional leadership of the discipline. As a Senior Principal, you aren’t just a technical expert; you are a guardian of engineering excellence and a pivotal figure in our regional growth.
Strategic Oversight: Lead complex mechanical design for large-scale infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects, from initial feasibility and optioneering to final construction support.
Technical Authority: Act as the lead for water/wastewater treatment plants, conveyance systems, and pumping stations, ensuring sustainable, future-proof solutions.
Team Mastery: You will hold full line management responsibilities, shaping the next generation of engineers through active mentorship and professional development.
Collaborative Power: Work as a peer to Technical Leaders and Clients, influencing project outcomes and driving efficiency across our supply chain and contracting partners.
Your Professional Evolution: At Stantec, \”Senior Principal\” isn\’t a final destination. We provide a clear runway for your continued growth:
Pathway to Global Leadership: Access to international technical networks and \”thought leadership\” forums.
Industry-Leading Development: We provide the backing for specialised certifications and executive leadership training.
AMP8 Impact: You will be at the forefront of the largest investment cycle the industry has seen, giving you the platform to deliver career-defining projects.
About You
You will be a seasoned professional with a \”delivery-first\” mindset and the emotional intelligence to lead a diverse team. You will be degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, ideally with Chartered (CEng) status.
You will also have extensive experience in detailed design within the water sector, a background working alongside delivery contractors and a track record of developing engineers and managing high-performing teams.
Why Stantec?
World-Class Reputation: Named International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best Place to Work (NCE Awards 2024).
Sustainability Leaders: Consistently ranked in the Top 10 Corporate Knights most sustainable companies globally.
The Package: A competitive salary, private medical insurance, flexible working arrangements, and a culture that prioritizes your wellbeing.
Framework Variety: Our teams across the Midlands provide valuable input to local clients such as Severn Trent & Welsh Water, along with supporting frameworks across the UK & Ireland.
Join us and define the standard for AMP8 and beyond.
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About Stantec
The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.
Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.
Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.
At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact we will talk to you about how we can support you.
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How to prepare for a job interview at Stantec
✨Know Your Projects
Before the interview, dive deep into Stantec's recent projects in the water sector. Familiarise yourself with their approach to sustainable solutions and be ready to discuss how your experience aligns with their work on water/wastewater treatment plants and conveyance systems.
✨Showcase Your Leadership Skills
As a Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer, you'll be expected to mentor and manage other engineers. Prepare examples of how you've successfully led teams in the past, highlighting your management style and how you foster collaboration and growth within your team.
✨Understand the Full Project Life Cycle
Brush up on your knowledge of the full project life cycle, from feasibility studies to construction support. Be prepared to discuss specific instances where you've contributed to each phase, demonstrating your comprehensive understanding of mechanical design in the water industry.
✨Ask Insightful Questions
Interviews are a two-way street! Prepare thoughtful questions about Stantec's culture, their approach to tackling climate challenges, and how they support professional development. This shows your genuine interest in the company and helps you assess if it's the right fit for you.
