Associate Director Mechanical Engineering

Shape the Future of our cities and environments.

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? Join our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' challenges head-on. We foster a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

Bring your skills as an Associate Director in Mechanical Engineering. You will play a vital role in all aspects of mechanical engineering on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad.

We specialize in all aspects of mechanical engineering within sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development, and Education. We provide industry-leading mechanical engineering solutions throughout the project lifecycle, including client-side support and construction phases. If you're passionate about this industry, we would love to talk to you.

We currently have opportunities in our Belfast office.

Your Purpose:

1. Own and direct teams undertaking technical design work following relevant standards and codes, ensuring high-quality outputs.
2. Define briefs, scopes of work, and contribute to bid proposals.
3. Manage time and budgets effectively to meet project milestones and programmes.
4. Collaborate with UK and overseas teams to deliver integrated design solutions.
5. Establish quality assurance standards in design.
6. Develop and manage mechanical engineering capabilities within the practice.

What you can bring:

1. Chartered or Fellow Mechanical Engineer.
2. Experience in design delivery, including multidisciplinary design.
3. Deep knowledge of mechanical equipment such as pumps, blowers, screens, and chemical dosing plants, along with understanding of UK design standards and practices.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We're ranked among LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies and the Times Top 50 employers for women. Our Infrastructure team leverages innovation, data, and new approaches to deliver essential future infrastructure projects. We are committed to engineering better for people and our planet, supporting community initiatives, and fostering an inclusive environment with active employee networks.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance, dependent on the outcome of vetting processes by UKSV, including proof of residency in the UK for 5 years or more. Please do not mention or include current or previous security clearance details in your application.

We promote a diverse and inclusive community, offering family-friendly policies, flexible working, and employee networks. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.