Senior Mechanical Engineer

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, Mott Macdonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.

Engineering is at the very core of what we do. Be it civil, mechanical or electrical, our engineers are based on site and play a practical, hands-on role in the successful delivery of projects.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer you'll work on projects that make a real difference to our environment and our communities - from improving flood defences, to upgrading water treatment works and providing nature-based solutions that improve biodiversity.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping the mechanical functions throughout the lifecycle of various projects. From concept design to commissioning, you will ensure that all mechanical aspects are meticulously considered and integrated.

We have been named a partner on a new AMP8 framework with United Utilities, which will extend our relationship for at least the next five years. The partnership is set to be responsible for over £3bn of major infrastructure in the North West of England. Investment includes upgrades to wastewater treatment works and reducing storm overflows through the delivery of the largest spill reduction programme in the UK, protecting more than 500km of rivers and bathing waters.

The Role Of a Senior Mechanical Engineer Includes

• Deliver mechanical installations on process plants, integrating design, construction and commissioning, and supporting pre‑construction activities including design input, QA, procurement and commercial support
• Contribute to framework and project safety procedures, and manage construction‑phase activities such as outage planning, subcontractor oversight, programme management and mechanical/process safety

Lead Quality Assurance through ITPs, acceptance documents, training materials, completion documentation and defect management, driving a strong QA/QC culture

Commission mechanical plant, manage performance testing, and ensure projects are delivered to “As Constructed” status with accurate completion documentation

Support and develop Mechanical Engineers within the team

What You’ll Need

• CSCS
• HNC / Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• Working towards professional registration with an appropriate body
• Understand civil engineering principles and MEICA construction
• Understanding of relevant British & International Standards with a good knowledge of Client and WIMES standards
• Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders
• A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational region
  
  

What Would Be Desirable

• Experience working with pumps, pipework, valves, screens, scrapers, mixers, blowers would be beneficial
• May suit persons with a previous background in mechanical quality assurance, a supervisory role in mechanical process installation or technical role at a process plant supplier.
  
  

What’s In It For You

Alongside our significant training and development investment, bespoke progression plan and support to achieve professional chartership, we offer a wide range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits that you can tailor to your needs.

To view our full range of benefits, please see the Bentley benefits brochure attached.