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Projects cover all stages of the design lifecycle, from feasibility and optioneering through to detailed design and construction support.\nThe role will involve developing robust, efficient and buildable mechanical solutions for pumping stations, treatment works, mechanical screening, chemical dosing and sludge handling systems, alongside producing high-quality mechanical design packages to support successful project delivery.\nResponsibilities...\nDevelop high-quality, value-for-money concept and detailed design solutions aligned with project briefs and client requirements.\nDeliver projects through feasibility, preliminary and detailed design stages, maintaining high technical and quality standards throughout.\nPrepare, check and coordinate engineering designs, calculations, drawings, technical reports, contract documents and cost estimates.\nLiaise effectively with clients, stakeholders and site teams to ensure clear communication and successful project delivery.\nSupervise and support engineers, technicians and graduates, including performance reviews and professional development.\nAssist with contract preparation, project planning, programming, resource management and budget monitoring, reporting to the Design Manager.\nSupport bid preparation, feasibility studies, inspections and site supervision when required.\nEnsure compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation, including CDM regulations, and adherence to the integrated management system.\nAbout you...\nAbility to produce detailed mechanical design outputs for simple process plant.\nProficient in AutoCAD 2D for the production of engineering drawings.\nFamiliar with pump calculation software and pump selection processes.\nDeveloping knowledge of wastewater and clean water treatment processes.\nExperience with wet well pumping stations, screening packages, compactors and related water industry equipment.\nCapable of undertaking site surveys and developing practical engineering solutions.\nBasic understanding of civil works such as plinths, trenches and duct chambers is desirable.\nFull driving licence required.\nWhat’s in it for you…\n25 days holiday plus bank holidays\nCompany Car/Allowance\nCompany pension scheme\nLife assurance\nPrivate GP Helpline & Health Cash Plan\nAvove Discount Scheme\nFamily friendly policies\nA selection of lifestyle benefit options\nFinancial wellbeing programme\nEmployee assistance program for health and wellbeing and onsite mental health first aiders to support our colleaguesWe love to give back so we offer you volunteering days in your community and charity matched giving where we will boost your fundraising.\nAbout Avove...\nAvove is a leading infrastructure services provider, delivering critical utility and energy solutions across the UK. 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