Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Senior Mechanical Engineer!\n\n

Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? We’re on the lookout for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic Thames Water Framework team at the Maple Lodge project in Rickmansworth. This is your chance to be part of a major project that makes a real difference!

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Location: Maple Lodge, Rickmansworth (with some remote working options available and occasional office visits required).

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Hours: 45 hours per week, with flexibility on hours if desired. Just let us know during our conversation!

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Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

\n\nYour Role\n

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be at the forefront of delivering a major project for Thames Water. This exciting role encompasses multiple subprojects, including:

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  • Tertiary treatment renewal
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  • Secondary treatment intensification
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  • Improvements to inlet works
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  • Substantial electrical infrastructure changes
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You’ll collaborate closely with our design team and supply chain partners to ensure we achieve outstanding results for our client while maintaining safety, timeliness, and budget adherence.

\n\nYour Responsibilities\n

In this role, you will:

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  • Lead mechanical engineering from inception to completion, utilizing in-house functions and resources.
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  • Collaborate with supply chain design teams and our design partner to ensure full integration, CDM compliance, and constructability of all designs.
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  • Liaise with the client's engineering and operational staff to meet or exceed performance indicators within budget.
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  • Prepare estimates, quotations, and contract documentation, supporting the procurement of plant, materials, and specialist subcontractors.
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  • Mentor and support graduate mechanical engineers, helping them develop their skills and advance their careers.
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\n\nWhat We’re Looking For\n

This role is perfect for you if:

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  • You have a strong working knowledge of wastewater engineering, including key suppliers and process equipment designs.
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  • You’re familiar with access metalwork standards and large-scale pipework designs for both air and water uses.
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  • You have experience delivering large wastewater schemes (over £50 million).
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  • You can effectively lead and manage teams on-site, building strong relationships across projects.
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  • You hold a full driving license.
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At Kier, we value potential and welcome transferable skills! Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply and have a conversation with us.

\n\nRewards and Benefits\n

We’re proud to offer our amazing team a variety of benefits tailored to your needs. Discover more about the perks of working with us!

\n\nDiversity and Inclusion\n

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority for us at Kier. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we know there’s always more to do. Our employees play a crucial role in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives, and their experiences help us refine our policies.

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As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

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We can’t wait to see your application! Join us and be part of something great. #joinkier #LI-CH1

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Job Overview

ID:

2446605

Date Posted:

Posted 10 hours ago

Expiration Date:

04/07/2026

Location:

Rickmansworth

Salary:

Competitive

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