Associate Director Mechanical Engineering, AtkinsRéalis
3 days a week in office (Chamberlain Square, Birmingham | Tyndall street, Cardiff | The Hub, Bristol )
World-class engineering services and nuclear organisation
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World-class engineering services and nuclear organisation
1001+ employees
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3 days a week in office (Chamberlain Square, Birmingham | Tyndall street, Cardiff | The Hub, Bristol )
1001+ employees
Company mission
To connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems.
Role
Who you are
- A degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- Chartered Mechanical Engineer
- Proven experience in leading large-scale Mechanical engineering design delivery for a design consultancy including within a multi-disciplinary environment
- Takes broad perspective to identify innovative solutions, challenges the status quo
- The role requires comprehensive knowledge and proven practical experience in the design integration of a wide range of mechanical equipment, including pumps, blowers, screens, and chemical dosing systems. Additionally, it demands a thorough understanding of current UK design standards, relevant legislation, and established industry practices
- Demonstrates exemplary communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders
- Expert knowledge of current design codes and standards as well as industry best practices including a strong understanding of legislation such as CDM and DSEAR
- Proficiency in applicable analytical software and related tools
- Experience in Water market is essential
- A proactive, highly motivated mindset with a collaborative approach to drive teamwork and shared success across projects and the wider AtkinsRéalis D&AT practice
- Comfortable liaising with stakeholders at all levels both internally and externally
- The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer
What the job involves
- We are looking for an energetic and experienced Associate Director Mechanical Engineer to join our team within the Design & Advanced Technology (D&AT) Practice of AtkinsRéalis
- You’ll be part of a talented, multi-disciplinary team delivering cutting edge, iconic projects to our Water market clients – clients such as Wessex Water, Welsh Water, Severn Trent Water, South West Water, Environment Agency, as well as other regional water authorities
- As a key member of our team, you’ll play a vital role in delivering transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on landmark engineering projects both domestically and internationally
- We’re committed to providing industry-leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle, adding value through client-side and construction-phase support
- The role will offer a challenging and rewarding opportunity to apply knowledge, experience, and problem-solving skills whilst providing good opportunities for career development
- As an Associate Director Mechanical Engineer in the D&AT practice, the successful candidate would have the following responsibilities:
- Lead a team of Mechanical engineers for delivery of technical design work on complex multi-disciplinary projects following relevant national and project specific design codes and standards, and to high-quality levels in areas such as pumping systems and water & wastewater treatment design
- Lead on the development of project design deliverables for Mechanical aspects of complex multi-disciplinary projects and work with the project management team to successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes
- Responsible for managing production, reviewing, and approving technical deliverables such as design reports, drawings, calculations, and scopes of work
- Provide Technical Leadership within discipline for the regional and national D&AT practice and influence D&AT Practice wide initiatives and recommend best practices to improve internal process and services
- Grow, develop, and manage the Mechanical Engineering capabilities within the regional and/or nationally practice
- Work independently with guidance in only the most challenging situations. Exercise personal judgement to solve difficult problems where appropriate and provide guidance to junior team members
- Advise client, operational, project, or service activities within project teams and wider D&AT Practice initiatives
- Manage or collaborate on technical aspects of bid proposals
- Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions
Our take
Connected energy systems and infrastructure require connected companies, and AtkinsRéalis is the result of a web of businesses integrating into one large engineering and nuclear services enterprise. With companies under its umbrella dating back to 1911, it’s a major player in the energy services and consulting space.
Covering the whole lifecycle of energy assets, AtkinsRéalis is hired to consult and advise on energy and infrastructure projects, building the tech and data surrounding its clients' projects. Services include intelligent networks & cybersecurity, project and construction management, decommissioning and environmental services.
Having been acquired by SNC Lavalin in 2017, AtkinsRéalis is one of the most trusted voices in the energy and infrastructure sector, and its global client base means it’s only set to continue on an impressive growth trajectory.
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Company HQ
Quartier des Spectacles, Montreal, QC
Leadership
Ian Edwards
(President & CEO)Previously the President & CEO of SNC Lavalin, Managing Director of Leighton Asia, Division Director of Gammon Construction and studied Civil Engineering at the University of Lancashire.
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