Mechanical Engineer

Job number UU02299

Country: United Kingdom

Region: Warrington

Location name: Lingley Mere, Lingley Green Avenue, Warrington, WA5 3YR, United Kingdom

Posting End Date: 23/02/2025

Band: 4b

Role Type: Permanent

Work hours: 37 Hours per Week

Salary: Competitive Salary

About us

United Utilities’ (UU) mission is to deliver high-quality water for a more prosperous, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We are proud to be ranked #4 in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution. These include:

1. A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service, in addition to 8 bank holidays
2. A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
3. Up to 10.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
4. A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
5. Flexible and hybrid working

Our projects are designed to be environmentally and socially responsible and will offer you opportunities to learn and grow throughout the project cycle. As part of our team, you will benefit from a range of training and development programs, such as APM Project Management Qualifications (PMQ), CIPS professional membership and chartered status, support to become a Chartered (CEng) or Incorporated (IEng) engineer, leadership coaching, professional accreditation and mentoring.

The role

Are you a Mechanical Engineer seeking a fulfilling career that utilises your expertise and promises personal development, along with the opportunity to work on large-scale and sustainable projects? If so, United Utilities (UU) has an exciting opportunity for you to join our Engineering Delivery team in a pivotal role that will help ensure the successful realisation of our strategic goals in the North West of England.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will design and develop mechanical equipment for water and wastewater systems, both at process sites and within natural water networks. Reporting to a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will collaborate with County Engineering Managers, the UU Design Function, and Project Engineers. Building strong relationships with internal clients and external partners is key.

As a Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will address unique engineering challenges and provide design and technical advice across United Utilities (UU). Your role includes supporting the capital programme, offering operational engineering support, and conducting studies and investigations. You will manage projects involving data analysis, design, document preparation, and proposal reviews.

Your contributions will be vital as we move towards a self-reliant design approach, enhancing our operational excellence and strategic vision. This role offers a comprehensive view of our operations and the chance to shape the future of our Capital Delivery Programmes, helping UU achieve its ambitious goals.

We are excited to offer you a flexible and hybrid working model that lets you balance your work and life and enjoy the benefits of working with us wherever you are. In-person site attendance in Lingley Mere, Warrington is required three days per week to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, alongside some travel to operational sites in the North West and flexible hours to support work-life balance. Initially, you may be expected to attend more frequently to familiarise yourselves with the site, the team, and your role.

Key accountabilities

1. Oversee mechanical engineering projects, ensuring alignment with milestones, budget, and United Utilities' standards.
2. Develop and verify design documents, supporting operational efficiency and compliance.
3. Champion safety, implementing best practices throughout project lifecycles.
4. Contribute to United Utilities' Engineering Standards, providing expert design input.
5. Achieve annual engineering targets, optimizing resource allocation and project outcomes.

Skills & experience

To be successful with your application, you’ll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:

1. Qualified to degree/HND or equivalent level or have equivalent skills, knowledge and experience.
2. Experience of providing technical advice, influencing and directing the delivery of successful engineering outcomes.
3. Experience producing, understanding and providing critical appraisals of proposed designs and proposed engineering designs and/or demonstrable experience producing, understanding and providing mechanical engineering designs and solutions.
4. Hold a current Full UK driving licence.

Other

We believe in empowering you to achieve your aspirations and dreams, both in your work and in your life. To help you achieve your goals, we offer a variety of voluntary benefits that you can select according to your needs and preferences.

1. Onsite gym and physio lounge with instructor-led gym classes and dedicated physiotherapist, onsite childcare and nursery, free parking and EV charging points, dedicated multi-faith/prayer rooms and free bus service for UU colleagues – Warrington only
2. MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
3. Best Doctors
4. Salary Finance
5. Wealth at Work courses
6. Deals and discounts
7. EVolve Car Scheme
8. Employee Assistance Plan
9. Mental health first aiders
10. ShareBuy
11. Enhanced parental leave schemes
12. You may be entitled to relocation expenses of up to £8,000 for this position. This will depend on the outcome of an eligibility check

Your application will go through the following stages of assessment:

1. Pre-screening - We will check that your CV meets the essential/eligibility criteria listed in the Skills & Experience section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the criteria above.
2. Application Review - Your CV, supporting documents and qualification notes will be reviewed by UU hiring managers to determine eligibility for interview.
3. Interview - If invited to interview, you'll be assessed against the sift categories in the Skills & Experience section of this advert.
4. Feedback - Feedback will be provided post-interview. If successful, your application will be considered for offer. Please note feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview.