Lead Mechanical Designer[1184509] in Glasgow

WGM Engineering Ltd, part of RSK Group, has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Mechanical Designer to join our Technical & Design team on a permanent contract based in Glasgow with Hybrid Working arrangements. This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding, self-delivery design and build partner recognised across the Scottish and English Water industry for outstanding high quality work, outstanding client service and a commitment to health, safety and wellbeing.

The role of the Lead Designer is to manage the production of discipline specific engineering design deliverables for a range of multi-disciplinary engineering projects across the Mechanical, Electrical, ICA and Civil disciplines within the Water Industry. You will be involved in the initial concept design, design development and management of projects through to detailed design, commissioning and completion across all business streams as required.

• Manage a team of designers, working to achieve individual project design deliverables in line with departmental and company goals.
• Ensure that all design work within the team is completed in compliance with all WGM QA Policies, Procedures and Specifications as necessary.
• Attend sites when required to assist with carrying out surveys and data gathering.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with internal and external key contacts in order to maximise efficiencies and identify further opportunities.
• Lead and perform as key member of a highly efficient, multi-disciplinary design team.

• Strong technical knowledge relevant to mechanical design.
• Commercial awareness of your discipline.
• High attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Competent IT and CAD knowledge.
• Excellent analytical and numeracy skills.
• Creative problem-solving mindset.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with colleagues, clients, contractors, and other project partners.

• Up to £60,000 per annum/Full Time Equivalent.
• Pension scheme.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Life Assurance – 3× salary.
• Annual Leave entitlement increasing with length of service.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• A flexible benefits programme including: Cycle to work scheme, Gym membership discounts, Employee Discounts scheme, Electric Vehicle scheme via salary sacrifice.
• Enhanced family leave, including Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme with free, confidential support (including Mental Health support and virtual GP appointments).
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders across WGM.
• Employee Referral bonus scheme.
• Paid Volunteering day.
• Next Generation Apprentice and Graduate programmes.
• Learning & Development opportunities.
• Long Service awards and Employee Appreciation programme.

WGM is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a proud member of “Living Wage Scotland”, recognising the importance of fair pay.

Based in Scotland, we are an engineering business providing mechanical, electrical and civil engineering services to clients across the UK. We are one of the UK’s leading engineering solution providers, recognised for outstanding client service, quality solutions and our commitment to health and safety.

When you work for WGM you join a dynamic team and have the opportunity to be part of our ambitious plans for future growth. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all.