Senior / Principal Engineer

Job Description

Cambi is a world-leading provider of sustainable technology solutions that enable cities to turn wastewater sludge into valuable resources. We are a medium-size, Norway-based multinational company listed in Oslo on Euronext Growth, with offices in several countries. We have diligent employees from different backgrounds and more than 25 nationalities, and a growing sales network covering all continents.

Our core expertise lies in designing, testing, manufacturing, installing, and operating industrial process installations, used mainly for treating sewage sludge before or after anaerobic digestion in wastewater treatment plants. The technology, known as thermal hydrolysis, reduces greenhouse gas emissions and produces renewable energy, organic fertilizers, and various soil products while destroying pathogens and other harmful substances. Our systems have the capacity to cater to over 120 million individuals across more than 28 countries. We are proud of having cities like Oslo, London, Washington, Singapore, and Sydney among our clients.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior / Principal Engineer to lead our mechanical engineering function, delivering high-quality technical solutions that meet customer requirements, project objectives, and industry standards.

As a Senior / Principal Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across complex engineering projects, acting as a key point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders. You will play a critical role in driving engineering excellence, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, safety, and quality.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong engineering professional who enjoys leading teams, mentoring others, and solving complex engineering challenges within a highly regulated industry environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage mechanical engineering teams in the successful delivery of complex engineering projects.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight to ensure high-quality engineering solutions are delivered on time and to specification.
• Coach, mentor, and develop engineers, supporting their technical growth and professional development.
• Act as a primary technical liaison for customers and internal stakeholders, building strong relationships and maintaining effective communication throughout project lifecycles.
• Review, approve, and sign off engineering calculations, specifications, design packages, and technical reports.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant legislation, industry regulations, codes, and standards.
• Support customer engagement activities, technical discussions, issue resolution, and business development initiatives.
• Apply advanced engineering expertise to resolve complex mechanical and structural challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement of engineering processes, procedures, standards, and systems.
• Promote the highest standards of safety, quality, technical integrity, and operational performance across all projects.

We Are Looking For

• A proven engineering leader with the ability to lead teams and deliver complex technical projects.
• Strong experience in mechanical design within a regulated industry environment.
• A collaborative professional who can build effective relationships with customers, colleagues, and stakeholders at all levels.
• An individual who thrives on solving complex engineering problems and delivering practical, innovative solutions.
• A mentor and coach who is passionate about developing engineering talent and promoting best practices.
• Someone with excellent communication skills and the ability to present technical information clearly and effectively.

Wastewater industry experience would be advantageous but is not essential. We welcome applications from candidates working in any regulated industry sector.

Key Qualifications and Requirements

Essential

• Degree in Engineering (or equivalent) within a relevant discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
• Demonstrable experience delivering mechanical design solutions within a process plant or regulated industry environment.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and delivering complex technical projects to time, cost, and quality requirements.
• Strong knowledge of BS, EN, AISC, ASTM, ASME and other relevant engineering codes and standards.
• Sound understanding of engineering mechanics and static/dynamic structural behaviour.
• Experience producing, reviewing, and approving detailed engineering deliverables, including calculations, specifications, and technical reports.
• Experience developing and maintaining engineering procedures, standards, and systems.
• Strong customer-facing experience, including technical support, issue resolution, and stakeholder management.
• Broad technical knowledge of mechanical equipment, technologies, and engineering principles.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in structural engineering software, including STAAD.Pro.
• Experience using SolidWorks Simulation or equivalent FEA software for modelling and analysis.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience working to EN and ASME Codes, particularly relating to vessels and piping.

Personal Attributes

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Logical and methodical approach to work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to influence, motivate, and inspire engineering teams to achieve outstanding results.

At Cambi, we value people who share our commitment to the environment and the positive impact of the circular economy. Your personality should align with Cambi's core philosophy, which centers around strong customer focus, delivering a high standard of quality in our solutions, products, and services, and always acting with integrity.

Why Join Cambi

• Work globally: Encounter different cultures and work practices when working with the global organization.
• Make an impact: Contribute to projects transforming organic waste streams into bioresources, boosting the circular economy, and leading to net-zero emissions in cities worldwide.
• Immerse in diversity: Join a multicultural team with a mix of young and experienced colleagues from more than 25 countries and 18 different disciplinary backgrounds.
• Grow personally: Embrace our values: quality, curious, reliable and teamwork, in a dynamic work environment grounded in a modern Code of Conduct applying to all employees and business partners.

How to Apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your career with us, we'd love to hear from you. We kindly ask you to upload your CV and answer three questions regarding your motivation for the role.

Delivering on our mission to enable a swift global transition to sustainable communities is contingent on attracting and retaining talented employees from diverse backgrounds.

Please be informed that we will only accept and assess applications through our career site.

Employment with the company is subject to proof of the right to work in the UK. All applicants will be considered based on merit and assessed in accordance with UK right-to-work legislation.

Contact

For any questions about the role, you're welcome to get in touch with:

Marc Decker, [email protected]