About the Role:
The Design Engineer will play a key role in delivering high-quality engineering solutions for multi-disciplinary projects, primarily within the Water Industry. This position involves managing the development of discipline-specific design deliverables from initial concept through detailed design and into construction support. You will collaborate closely with project teams to ensure technical excellence, compliance and timely delivery across all stages of the project lifecycle.
Reporting directly to the Contracts Manager, you will contribute to innovative, sustainable designs that meet client requirements and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide management support on projects across the business in the design and optioneering exercises to develop initial client concepts or requirements into workable solutions
- Liaise with internal and external clients to identify their exact requirements
- Attend site-based surveys to understand the needs of a given project, including meeting client representatives as well as gathering information and data to inform the optimum design solution
- In conjunction with other disciplines on the project, manage detailed design tasks to client stage and approval specifications
- Manage the production of design deliverables for specified projects alongside other team members and contribute technical guidance to projects as required
- Produce detailed designs in accordance with sector norms and ISO standards using Autodesk Revit for 3D modelling and AutoCAD for 2D sketching and detailed construction drawings.
- Check/Approve design packages produced by other designers
- Present designs at internal review meetings and external client review meetings such as HAZOP's and Technical Authority reviews
- Develop, maintain and be responsible for Design Risk Assessments in accordance with statutory obligations and company policy
- Support both team and personal Continuous Professional Development by demonstrating an awareness and understanding of advances or emergent technologies within your discipline
- Undertake any other duties which may be required by management
Key Competencies and Skills:
- Proficient 2D and 3D modelling (AutoCAD / Revit)
- Minimum 3-5 years previous design experience ideally within a mechanical engineering or construction environment
- Strong background in mechanical design - a knowledge of pump and pipework design would be advantageous
- Good understanding of the common treatment process and associated equipment in the water and wastewater sectors
- Strong communication skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and other stakeholders
- A working knowledge of electrical and process control would be advantageous
- Degree/equivalent in an engineering discipline desirable
Compensation Package:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- CPD accredited employer
- A collaborative and supportive work environment
- Laptop or desktop and work mobile phone provided
- Flexible working options, dependent on location and role requirements
- See company website for more information on the benefits of working in EPS Group
We welcome speculative applications from individuals of all levels.
If you are interested in working with us but are not sure if the role above is for you, please feel free to get in touch for an informal discussion about what we do and what you could bring to the team. If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request during your recruitment journey, please let our recruiting team know.
Equal Opportunity Statement - DPS is an equal opportunities employer.
Company Profile:
Since 1984, we have evolved from a specialist solutions provider into a trusted partner for the design, construction, and maintenance of water and wastewater infrastructure. Operating across municipal, industrial, food and beverage, dairy and pharmaceutical sectors, we deliver tailored solutions that drive efficiency and sustainability.
As the exclusive distributor for globally recognised brands, our extensive product portfolio enables us to support every market need-ranging from direct product supply to full turnkey project delivery. Our dedicated aftersales and service teams ensure long-term reliability and performance, offering full lifecycle support.
Our mission is to set the standard for excellence, providing best-in-class service in customer support, technical expertise, project execution, and health and safety.
