Design Engineer

Design Engineer (Water Treatment Systems) – Peterborough
Salary: Competitive
Full-Time | Permanent

I am recruiting on behalf of a leading international engineering organisation that delivers advanced water-treatment technologies to a wide range of industrial clients. With a global footprint and a strong culture of innovation, the business offers excellent career development and the opportunity to contribute to environmentally impactful engineering solutions.

Due to continued growth, the organisation is seeking a Design Engineer to join its Peterborough facility, which designs, builds, and supports mobile water-treatment systems used across multiple global sites.

As a Design Engineer, you will play a key part in supporting both local and global engineering projects. You will work closely with the design, manufacturing, and project teams to deliver high-quality, efficient, and customer-focused design solutions.

• Develop 3D model designs using SolidWorks or AutoCAD, producing detailed fabrication drawings and review packs.

• Support the design and engineering of mobile asset water-treatment systems for build and upgrade projects.

• Work collaboratively with the design team to develop and refine concepts.

• Select materials and equipment in line with specifications and certifications.

• Manage customer deliverables for client-facing projects.

• Use SAP for material master data, inventory, drawings, and BOM management.

• Support EHS, Quality, MOC engineering actions and participate in HAZOPs.

• Assist in supplier identification, part selection, and technical review of quotations.

• Provide engineering support to manufacturing sites in the UK and internationally.

• Offer guidance and training to interns, new starters, and outsourced engineering partners.

• Carry out site visits and as-built surveys.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Electrical, or Environmental Engineering (BSc/MEng/MSc).

• Experience or industrial placement within the water industry is advantageous.

• Proficiency in SAP, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks is preferable.

• Curious, solutions-driven mindset with a focus on service-led design.

• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across global teams.

This role offers a comprehensive and forward-thinking benefits package, including:

• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy/sell additional leave

• Private healthcare

• Dental plan

• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption support

• Flexible working considerations for carers

• Lifestyle account with matched contributions

• Discounted gym membership

• Paid volunteering day

• Pension contributions where the employer doubles your input

• Share schemes

• Life insurance and income-protection benefits

If you’re an engineering professional looking to develop your career within a global, innovation-driven organisation, I would welcome a confidential conversation.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Design Engineers looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.