ppLocation/s: Genoa, IT /ppMott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. /ppWe work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance - we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. /ppWhether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you're surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we vantaggi our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant. /ph3About the business unit /h3pThe Energy unit delivers services to clients globally across several sectors including hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable generation and transmission distribution networks. Together we provide integrated engineering and project management services across the project lifecycle - from concept and design to construction and operations, to decommissioning or repowering and life extension. Together with our clients, we're helping to deliver the energy transition globally. /ph3Overview of the role /h3pDue to recent project wins and with further exciting opportunities in the pipeline, we are looking for a Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our Energy Transition business in the Genoa office to help lead our growing thermal team. /ppThis is a senior technical leadership role with responsibility for shaping mechanical engineering delivery, providing technical authority on complex assignments, developing others and supporting strategic client engagement across thermal, energy transition and related infrastructure projects. The role will contribute to multi-disciplinary project delivery for thermal and wider energy clients, working with colleagues in Italy, UK and internationally. /ppYou will work closely with our existing team members, clients and subcontractors to build on this success and be a key part of Mott MacDonald's Energy Transition team’s growth in Italy. /ppThe role will suit an experienced mechanical engineering leader who can combine deep technical judgement with commercial awareness, client confidence and the ability to guide multi-disciplinary teams through feasibility, FEED, detailed design, technical advisory and owner's engineer commissions. /ph3Key responsibilities and duties include /h3ulliAct as senior technical lead and/or technical authority for mechanical engineering on complex, multi-disciplinary thermal, OE/TA and energy transition design projects /liliLead the Mechanical team and work with wider project teams to develop cost-effective, efficient and innovative solutions to complex problems /liliLead the development, review and assurance of mechanical engineering deliverables across feasibility, concept, FEED and detailed design stages /liliProvide technical direction,



independent judgement and proportionate challenge to project teams, ensuring solutions are safe, robust, commercially sound and aligned with client objectives /liliOwn technical quality for significant packages of work, including design reviews, checking strategies, surveillance, governance and compliance with relevant standards and legislation /liliSupport the development of proposals and bids for the Mechanical discipline, including contribution to multi-disciplinary proposals /liliBuild and maintain trusted client relationships, representing Mott MacDonald in senior technical discussions, workshops, design reviews and bid/client presentations /liliMentor and develop the mechanical team, supporting capability growth, knowledge transfer and succession planning within the mechanical discipline /liliContribute to work winning, scope definition, fee build-up, delivery strategy and risk management for new and existing opportunities /liliCoordinate effectively with process, electrical, civil, structural, control Instrumentation, environmental and project management colleagues to deliver integrated, fit-for-purpose solutions /liliIdentify and manage technical, delivery, commercial and safety risks, maintaining ALARP principles and safety-by-design are embedded in decision making /liliPromote continuous improvement, lessons learned and innovation across the thermal TA/OE portfolio /li /ulh3Candidate specification /h3h3Essential /h3ulliChartered status with the IMechE or other relevant professional body (or equivalent experience with progress toward chartered status) /liliDemonstrable mechanical engineering design and/or advisory experience in thermal power, energy, industrial plant or similar complex infrastructure environments /liliStrong collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively with functional teams, sectors, services and people from varied backgrounds /liliExperience on international projects, design standards and environments /liliProven understanding of the design process, including working knowledge of briefs, scope documents, design concepts and engineering calculations /liliExperience preparing and checking mechanical design deliverables for FEED and/or detailed design projects /liliUnderstanding of mechanical systems, rotating/static equipment, piping interfaces, plant layout and applicable industry standards /liliExperience supporting owner's engineer, lender's engineer, technical advisory, due diligence or design review assignments /liliAbility to adapt and work on multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic, fast-paced environment /liliStrong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary and international teams and including the ability to engage with clients, contractors and internal stakeholders /li /ulh3Desirable /h3ulliExperience of working on thermal generation, waste-to-energy, hydrogen,



carbon capture or wider energy transition projects as a design engineer, owner's engineer or technical advisor /liliExperience across all stages of the project lifecycle, including feasibility, concept, FEED, detailed design, construction support, operations, decommissioning, repowering or life extension /liliSite experience, commissioning support, construction monitoring or contractor/supplier technical review experience /liliExperience mentoring junior engineers and supporting work winning activities /liliExcellent oral and communication skills, with proficiency in both Italian and English /li /ulpWe are actively recruiting a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. We recognise that differences in ability, skills and experience are a strength and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. /ph3We offer some fantastic benefits including /h3ulliCompetitive annual leave /liliPrivate medical insurance /liliContinuous development opportunities - because we want you to thrive /liliAnnual bonus scheme - subject to Company performance /liliWellbeing support including access to an independent Employer Assistance Scheme, wellbeing champions and access to learning and support resources /liliThe opportunity to make a difference; learn more about our social outcomes /li /ulh3Employee Ownership /h3ulliOur employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success. /liliOur employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. /liliAs your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution. /liliYour voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future. /liliFor our senior roles you will have a direct pathway towards ownership from day one. /li /ulh3Equality, diversity, and inclusion /h3pWe put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute. /ph3AI Usage /h3pAt Mott MacDonald, we see the value AI can bring, but we take a people-first approach to hiring. While AI tools can help candidates prepare and build confidence, every application and hiring decision is reviewed by our recruitment and hiring teams. We encourage the responsible use of AI while ensuring we get to know the real person behind the application. /ph3Accessibility /h3pWe want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can support you. /ph3Agile working /h3pAt Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer (Genova)
🏢 Mott Macdonald
📍 Genova