SPA Lead Mechanical Engineer

Join Anglian Water's Strategic Pipeline Alliance as a Lead Mechanical Engineer. 

Location:                     Flexible/Hybrid work from Peterborough office and home 
Employment Type:      Full-time, Permanent, initially for 12 months with potential to extend. 

Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about contributing to one of the UK’s most ambitious water infrastructure projects? The Strategic Pipeline Alliance (SPA) is searching for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to support and enhance our project delivery team. 

What will you be doing as our new Lead Mechanical Engineer?  

You will provide support and guidance to our team of mechanical engineers in the creation and development of value-driven solutions, innovation and excellence.  You will be responsible for the checking and reviewing of mechanical design deliverables to ensure they are fit for purpose, meet the required standards and specifications, and the project outcomes.

You will be part of one of Europe’s largest water capital delivery projects working on a diverse programme of water treatment; including chemical dosing and conveyancing projects.

You will work collaboratively with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Procurement, Enabling and Construction Managers, to ensure the design is delivered efficiently in accordance with constructability requirements. 

Key responsibilities: 

• Represent the SPA alliance and provide sector-level leadership for Mechanical Engineering.
• Collaborate with other discipline engineers and manage quality through the design workflow review to achieve time, cost and quality standards.
• Ensure that the mechanical deliverables are produced to the required standards and specifications.
• Produce/check mechanical and hydraulic systems, including pumping systems, plant, building services, and ensure they have been completed to an appropriate level of detail and compliance.
• Maintain awareness of industry changes, best practice and innovations, and support the Mechanical Engineering team to develop improved ways of working.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement in Health & Safety (H&S), ensuring consistent H&S standards are maintained.

A little bit about your skills, experience and behaviours: 

This job might be for you if you are:  

• Educated to Degree, HNC, HND level or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experienced in water-sector assets and capital projects.
• Knowledgeable of all relevant regulations, standards and codes of practice ensuring compliance with CDM responsibilities.
• Able to provide support and guidance to others for making complex decisions, understanding the impact of their decisions and to take full responsibility. 
• Able to provide leadership in health, safety and welfare.  

Not only do we look for the best talent to join us on our journey, we also look for individuals to demonstrate key behaviours that align with our values and beliefs.  

Working with the highest degree of integrity, we want SPA employees to take ownership and accountability for their outputs and be driven to continuously improve how they work. SPA employees should act with the customer’s best interest at heart, be clear and transparent communicators and be passionate about operating in an ethical fashion. 

If you are looking for a career opportunity, working in an innovative forward-thinking environment please apply today!  

Why Join SPA? 

The Strategic Pipeline Alliance Project is at the exciting delivery stage, with additional projects lined up for AMP8. At SPA, we embrace innovation, digital technology, and collaboration with our partners, including Farrans, MMB, Costain, Jacobs, and Atkins. 

Together, we’re combating climate change and securing clean water for generations to come. 

• Flexible Working: We support remote working and flexible schedules to suit your lifestyle if the role allows. 

• Location: Our office is in Peterborough, with operational hubs across the project area. 

• Diversity and Inclusion: SPA is committed to building an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone. Whatever your background, if this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply. 

Our Purpose 

Our mission is simple yet vital: To Make the East of England Resilient to the Effects of Drought. Join us in shaping a sustainable future while being part of a team where everyone can thrive. 

Ready to Join Us? 
If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and excited to lead in a transformative environment, we’d love to hear from you! 

SPA is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and recruit based on merit and potential, ensuring every colleague feels a sense of belonging. 

Take the Next Step 

If you’re passionate about delivering innovative infrastructure solutions and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. 

Apply now and be part of Anglian Water’s journey to build a more sustainable, water-secure future.