Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
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Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Water/Wastewater)
Lead complex water infrastructure projects across the UK and South Africa in a high-growth engineering environment.
Cape Town-based Salary not disclosed
About Us
We are a multidisciplinary engineering and design team working at the forefront of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Our focus spans the entire project lifecycle from feasibility and concept through to detailed design and construction support. With strong growth and new framework awards we are expanding our Cape Town-based design function to collaborate closely with UK teams and deliver innovative compliant solutions.
The Role: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
This is a senior engineering position leading mechanical design elements across major water wastewater and flood defence projects. You will guide technical delivery oversee multi-discipline integration and support project success from concept to commissioning.
Key Responsibilities
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Interpret and challenge project specifications and client documentation
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Develop mechanical system designs including equipment specs datasheets calculations and drawings
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Lead interface coordination with multidisciplinary teams across locations
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Perform condition surveys and support site teams during installation and commissioning
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Conduct technical reviews of supplier/subcontractor inputs
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Manage design effort against budget schedule and quality targets
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Supervise junior engineers and ensure adherence to standards and QA processes
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Promote safety innovation and continuous improvement throughout project delivery
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Present engineering solutions confidently in stakeholder environments
About You
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ECSA-registered (Pr Eng or Pr Tech) with a BTech or BSc in Mechanical Engineering
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Minimum 12 years of experience in mechanical design for water/wastewater infrastructure
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Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems sludge rheology and system dynamics
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Skilled in CAD design hydraulic calculations and equipment selection
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Familiar with UK water industry standards and international safety regulations
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Excellent communicator with strong leadership mentoring and stakeholder engagement skills
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Able to manage multiple complex projects in a collaborative environment
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Proficient in Microsoft Office and committed to ongoing professional development
Working hours: Monday to Friday 8am5pm (SAST) based in Cape Town with regular virtual collaboration with UK teams.
Employment Type
Full Time
