Lead Mechanical Engineer

Job description

Lead the Future of Water Infrastructure – Drive Innovation, Delivery & Excellence as a MEICA Lead!

MEICA Lead – Senior Water Industry Roles

Locations: Milton Keynes Or Warrington / Preston

Salary: Very Competitive + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits

Full-Time | Hybrid Working Available

About the Role

We are recruiting for two full-time, senior positions to drive delivery across major water industry projects. These roles are ideal for experienced MEICA Leads or M&E Managers / Leads looking to step into a strategic, senior position.

You will be responsible for defining and delivering MEICA (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation) strategy and performance across multiple projects. You will play a critical role in ensuring successful project delivery across the full lifecycle – from pre-construction and procurement through to commissioning and handover – while driving safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement MEICA delivery strategy across water projects
• Lead procurement strategies and manage subcontractor arrangements
• Report on performance, risks, and key issues to senior management
• Drive a strong HSEQ culture across multiple project sites
• Ensure consistent implementation of safety and quality procedures
• Oversee programme delivery and contribute to constructability reviews
• Plan and manage MEICA resources across all project stages
• Maintain robust technical governance throughout delivery and handover
• Collaborate with design, commercial, and civil engineering teams
• Capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement
• Build and maintain strong client relationships

About You

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering (BEng / HNC / HND)
• Proven experience delivering major water industry or infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of water industry standards and supply chain
• Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary teams
• CSCS card
• SMSTS or IOSH (4-day) certification

We are open to applications from both MEICA Leads and experienced M&E Managers / Leads.

What’s on Offer

• Very competitive salary
• Car allowance
• Full-time, senior leadership role with hybrid working flexibility
• Opportunity to lead high-profile water projects
• Career progression within a leading engineering organisation
• Collaborative, forward-thinking working environment

Locations

We are hiring for two positions:

• Milton Keynes
• Warrington or Preston

If you are a senior MEICA professional or M&E Manager / Lead looking to take the next step in the water industry, we’d love to hear from you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-04-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English