Technical Director Mechanical Engineer - Water

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Technical Director in Mechanical Engineering to join our leadership team. This is a pivotal role where you will guide technical delivery, champion innovation, and inspire multi-disciplinary teams on some of the UK’s and the world’s most transformational infrastructure programmes.

This is your opportunity to play a strategic role in shaping sustainable and future-ready solutions across diverse sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development, and Education. You’ll work alongside talented professionals, in a collaborative environment that values inclusion, knowledge-sharing, and continuous improvement.

As Technical Director, you will:

• Take responsibility for the technical delivery and safety of mechanical engineering across complex projects and programmes.
• Act as a subject matter expert, setting strategic direction for bids, projects, and design excellence.
• Drive an agenda of continuous improvement, embedding quality assurance and industry-leading standards in every project.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated, multidisciplinary design solutions.
• Build, grow, and lead mechanical engineering capability across the business, fostering innovation and best practice.
• Serve as a trusted partner for clients, providing strategic guidance and shaping sustainable, cost-effective solutions.

Experience required

• We’re looking for someone with the expertise, credibility, and drive to lead at the highest levels. Ideally, you will have:
• Chartered or Fellow status with a recognised engineering institution (e.g. IMechE).
• Recognised leadership within mechanical engineering, with influence at both national and international levels.
• Experience in multidisciplinary project integration and coordination.
• In-depth technical knowledge of mechanical equipment and systems (e.g. pumps, blowers, screens, dosing plants) and thorough understanding of UK design standards and industry practices.
• A proven ability to inspire, mentor, and lead teams to deliver exceptional outcomes.
• A strategic and transformational mindset, with a strong track record of delivering sustainable solutions.

Benefits

• Be part of a team delivering iconic projects that tackle the most complex challenges in infrastructure.
• Work in a collaborative, inclusive environment that values your expertise and leadership.
• Shape and grow a discipline at the forefront of engineering innovation.
• Access flexible working arrangements and opportunities across multiple UK locations.
• Receive a competitive salary and benefits package, tailored to reflect your experience and impact.

If you’re an experienced Associate Director or current director of Mechanical Engineering sector with a bias in Water and are interested to take a pivotal role and manage a business unit 300 strong, please contact Cameron Green at cameron.green@accesstg.com or call 02380981322