Overview Due to continued success and growth across our Water division, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Design Lead to join our Mechanical Design Team.
The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary design projects across the island of Ireland.
Reporting to the Mechanical Design Manager, this is a key leadership position responsible for leading the engineering design process, performing technical calculations, making critical design decisions, and developing mechanical system solutions across all stages of project delivery.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping our design capability and mentoring our next generation of engineers, while contributing to the delivery of industry-leading infrastructure.
Responsibilities Daily Responsibilities Develop mechanical engineering design solutions, including system concepts, process flow arrangements, and equipment configurations for water and wastewater treatment facilities Perform engineering calculations including hydraulic analysis, pump sizing and selection, pipe sizing, pressure loss calculations, equipment duty specifications, and system performance modelling Responsible for leading and managing a team of Design Engineers and Senior Design Engineers, providing technical guidance, performance management, and professional development Select and specify mechanical equipment including pumps, valves, actuators, mixers,screens, compressors, and ancillary mechanical systems based on process requirements and performance criteria Develop technical specifications for mechanical equipment, pipework systems, materials, and installation requirements Prepare design basis documents, technical memoranda, and calculation packages to support design decisions Undertake options analysis and feasibility studies to determine optimal mechanical solutions Apply engineering judgement to solve complex technical problems and optimize system performance, efficiency, and maintainability Liaise with the BIM team by providing marked-up sketches, design intent drawings, redlines, and clear technical instructions on what needs to be produced Develop P