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Principal Engineer
Bridges - Trusted Intelligent Engineering Partner. Provide engineering leadership, technical expertise and design assurance across water and wastewater projects and programmes.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in engineering leadership and technical design assurance within the water and wastewater industry, focusing on innovative solutions, compliance with standards, and effective project delivery. Capable of mentoring engineers and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance engineering practices.
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Engineering LeadershipWater And Wastewater EngineeringDesign Assurance ProcessesChartered Engineer StatusCost-Effective Engineering Solutions
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Hard Skills
Technical TroubleshootingProject Requirements DevelopmentDesign MethodologiesEngineering Solutions DevelopmentCompliance VerificationHealth And Safety Risk ManagementTechnical ReviewsCommissioning PlansCost AnalysisEngineering Process Improvement
Soft Skills
Strong CommunicationProblem-SolvingRelationship BuildingMentoringProactive Innovation
Certifications & Qualifications
Relevant Engineering DegreeChartered Engineer Status
Industry Keywords
Water IndustryWastewater IndustryEngineering StandardsClient SpecificationsTechnical AssuranceWhole-Life CostsCommercial ConsiderationsDesign Assurance RecordsCollaborationKnowledge Sharing
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide engineering leadership, technical expertise and design assurance across water and wastewater projects and programmes.
- Act as the principal technical lead within the engineering discipline across the regional office.
- Represent the engineering discipline on projects, programmes, frameworks and key client relationships.
- Develop and maintain relationships with client technical specialists.
- Collaborate with Principal Designers across regional offices to align design methodologies, tools and technical approaches.
- Provide expert engineering advice, technical troubleshooting and support to project teams.
- Champion innovation, new technologies and improved engineering practices.
- Develop engineering solutions from initial concept through completion.
- Establish project requirements, scope, deliverables and responsibilities.
- Develop practical, cost-effective solutions considering whole-life costs.
- Provide technical input throughout design and contract delivery phases.
- Support specialist contracted services, surveys and design activities.
- Provide technical support to the Estimating team during project and tender development.
- Provide technical assurance, verification and guidance for compliance with legislation, standards, client specifications and project requirements.
- Assess, eliminate or manage project and health and safety risks through design.
- Support design assurance records, technical reviews, commissioning plans and commissioning activities.
- Identify and resolve technical issues affecting quality, compliance and programme delivery.
- Support Design Managers with engineering skills and resource allocation.
- Share technical knowledge and develop engineers across the business.
- Contribute to recruitment and build long-term engineering capability.
- Mentor engineers working towards professional qualifications and Chartered Engineer status.
- Improve engineering processes, systems and ways of working.
- Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing across regional teams.
Requirements
What you’ll need- Significant experience within an engineering discipline relevant to the water and wastewater industry.
- A strong technical background with the ability to lead engineering solutions and provide specialist advice.
- Experience working on complex engineering projects, from initial design through to installation, commissioning and operational handover.
- A good understanding of relevant engineering legislation, industry standards, client specifications and design assurance processes.
- Experience developing cost-effective engineering solutions, with an understanding of whole-life costs and commercial considerations.
- The ability to build effective working relationships with clients, colleagues and external technical specialists.
- Experience supporting, mentoring or developing engineers within a technical team.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to explain complex technical matters clearly.
- A proactive approach to innovation, continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
- A relevant degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline.
- Chartered Engineer status, or actively working towards Chartered status, would be advantageous.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Company car/car allowance
- Health cash plan with Healthshield
- Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5.5% company contribution
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Employee Discount Scheme
- Bike 2 Work scheme
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
- Employee recognition schemes
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
- Health, safety and well-being culture
- Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award commitment
- Friendly and welcoming culture
- Support and investment in employee development