Design Engineer

M Group Services

Design Engineer

Salary Not Specified

M Group Services, Preston

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: c611b4c788354906860d9ef33e98f30e

Full Job Description

The Design Engineer will be part of the design team. Which covers the investigation and detail design of clean and waste water network, civil engineering and other projects principally, but not wholly, related to the water industry. Designer Engineers take responsibility for less complex projects, or complex projects under the supervision of Lead Design Engineers. They can produce and check technical documents within their area of expertise and produce construction packs ready for handover to site teams. They must liaise regularly with their project team ensuring that programme tasks and milestones are completed in accordance with expectations. The Design Engineer must ensure that all designs are completed to CDM 2015 Regulation

As the Design Engineer your responsibilities will include:

  • Performing required activities associated with projects (investigation, design, construction and completion) in line with client and MWS specifications, national standards and codes of practice

  • Performing other duties and responsibilities as required from time to time by your manager or MWS project managers

  • Preparing and registering all relevant documentation, ensuring that all documentation is current, accurate and in compliance with MWS/Client requirements

  • Working in collaboration with other design/investigation disciplines to ensure the integrity of the overall design

  • Ensure compliance with all CDM, Health & Safety, and environmental issues in relation to the development of sustainable solutions

  • Derive, select and manage innovative methods and use of materials & safe systems of work that will impact heavily on projects.

  • Liaise with external agencies ensuring the investigation/design and construction phase runs smoothly.

  • Liaise with internal departments / client to ensure schemes are designed using the most cost effective method available

  • Produce accurate statutory notices for work to be carried out on private land in conjunction with the client's requirements for dealing with private land.

  • Actively seek out Capital efficiencies and out performance within the works

  • Assist in the production of reports/information to the Lead Designer, Design Manager and Project Managers including clients when requested.

  • Ensure Liaison with clients, contractors, government agencies, local authorities and suppliers throughout the investigation, Design and Construction phase.

  • Ensure that all the relevant information for the H/S file and completions documents are available at the end of the project To be customer focused with great attention to detail., This is an opportunity for individuals who are looking to join an organisation that values integrity, safety, and diversity. For this role, we are seeking individuals who are committed to supporting our long-term goals and who embrace change and promote diversity. We believe that listening to our people, providing feedback, and keeping them informed about the direction of the business is essential to our continued success.

    Experience of using MS Office Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook

  • Have a good knowledge of water and waste water systems including associated MEICAT equipment and the relationship between the two, either through previous experience or education

  • Experience of using AutoCAD 2D / GIS Software

  • Knowledge and understanding of CDM 2015

  • Awareness of Process Safety

  • Good communication skills that can adapt to the audience (e.g. internal, clients, customers)

  • Understands and meets the client's needs

  • Understanding of network modelling software and application per client

    Here at Morrison Water Services, our mission is to be the leading service provider in the Water and Waste Water Infrastructure sectors in the UK. We are known for our commitment to integrity and safety, with a culture that values the well-being and diversity of our people. Our aim is to invest in our workforce through our training academy and implement initiatives that prioritise health and well-being to support our business growth plans.


  • Morrison Water Services is recruiting for a Design Engineer to work as part of the Engineering Team covering United Utilities and Yorkshire Water .

  • Matched Pension Scheme

  • Company Car or Car allowance

  • Fuel Card

  • Private Health Care and Health care Cash plan

  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme

  • Life Assurance

  • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave 25 days' annual leave plus 8 days' bank holiday



  • Our Vision

    At Morrison Water Services, we're proud of our positive culture and commitment to safety. We believe in delivering a high performing, sustainable workforce that supports our clients effectively. People stay with our business because of the opportunities for growth and development, our inclusive culture, and our dedication to providing a safe and supportive work environment.