Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer - Water Sector

The UK water sector is experiencing an unprecedented period of investment, and Stantec is helping shape the infrastructure that will support communities and the environment for generations to come. As AMP8 progresses, we're delivering some of the industry's most ambitious programmes, and we're looking for a

Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer to provide strategic leadership across our Midlands Mechanical Engineering team.

Based in

Birmingham, Redditch or Derby , you'll play a key role in shaping the future of our MEICA capability, working alongside industry-leading specialists to deliver complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the UK. This is an opportunity to influence more than project outcomes; you'll help define engineering excellence, strengthen client relationships, develop future technical leaders and support the continued growth of our business. With access to national and international expertise, a diverse portfolio of projects and a clear pathway for professional development, you'll have the platform to make a lasting impact at Stantec.ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will provide high-level technical leadership across major infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects, guiding teams through the full project lifecycle from feasibility and optioneering to detailed design, construction support and delivery.

You will act as a technical authority for mechanical engineering across water and wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations and conveyance systems, ensuring solutions are innovative, sustainable and fit for the future. Working closely with clients, technical leaders, contractors and supply chain partners, you'll influence project outcomes, drive engineering excellence and support the continued development of our Midlands Mechanical Engineering team.

Alongside technical delivery, you'll take responsibility for mentoring and developing engineers, supporting business growth and helping shape the strategic direction of the discipline.

YOUR IMPACT

Your leadership will directly contribute to some of the UK's most significant water infrastructure programmes, helping clients meet increasing environmental, operational and regulatory challenges. Through your technical expertise and strategic insight, you'll deliver solutions that improve resilience, enhance sustainability and provide long-term value for communities.

Beyond individual projects, you'll help strengthen Stantec's Mechanical Engineering capability by developing future leaders, embedding best practice and driving continuous improvement across the discipline. Your influence will support our continued growth, reinforce client confidence and help set the standard for engineering excellence throughout AMP8 and beyond.

ABOUT YOU Essential

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards Chartered status.
• Extensive experience delivering detailed mechanical design within the UK water sector.
• Proven experience leading complex mechanical engineering projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong technical understanding of water and wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations and conveyance systems.
• Experience mentoring, developing and managing engineering teams.
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working collaboratively with contractors and delivery partners.

Desirable

• Experience supporting business development, bids and framework delivery.
• Experience influencing engineering standards, governance and technical strategy.
• Experience leading regional or discipline-level initiatives.
• Knowledge of digital engineering approaches and modern methods of delivery.

WHY JOIN US

• We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024.
• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups).
• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

Join us and help define the future of mechanical engineering across the Midlands, delivering the infrastructure that will shape the UK's water sector for decades to come.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact careers.UK@stantec.comand we will talk to you about how we can support you.

ReqID: 8872 Other Locations: Redditch, Derby