Mechanical Engineer

Whitewater Group; Espoo; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitewater Group is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the installation, integration, and commissioning of mechanical systems across modular buildings and critical infrastructure projects in Finland. The role emphasizes coordination with project managers, subcontractors, clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver mechanical systems on schedule and to spec.

The ideal candidate will bring proactive, detail-oriented technical capabilities in modular construction, building

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical pipework systems, testing, and commissioning.
• Experience with modular building projects.
• Knowledge of ITP management, quality control, and inspection processes.
• Strong subcontractor coordination and programming skills.
• Good stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to build productive relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Strong conflict resolution and client expectation management skills.
• Fluent in Finnish and English.
• Electrical Safety 6001 certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the installation of mechanical pipe connections and associated services.
• Oversee the installation of leak detection, vent, cathodic protection, and secondary containment systems, where applicable.
• Support mechanical fit-out activities within modular buildings.
• Oversee the installation and commissioning of HVAC systems.
• Supervise the installation of plumbing and drainage systems.
• Oversee the installation and commissioning of mechanical plant and equipment.
• Coordinate mechanical interfaces and connections between modular units and site services.
• Support testing, commissioning, and handover of mechanical systems.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams to ensure mechanical works meet project specifications, quality standards, and programme requirements.

Skills

Mechanical engineering fundamentals

Pipework systems knowledge

Modular construction

ITP management & quality control

Subcontractor coordination

Stakeholder management

Client relationship building

Conflict resolution

Finnish & English fluency

Electrical Safety 6001

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About The Role

As Whitewater Group continues to expand internationally across multiple markets, we are seeking a

About The Role

As Whitewater Group continues to expand internationally across multiple markets, we are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the installation, integration, and commissioning of mechanical systems across modular building and critical infrastructure projects in Finland.

This role will play a key part in overseeing mechanical installation activities within modular buildings, ensuring that systems are delivered in accordance with project specifications, engineering requirements, quality standards, and applicable safety regulations. Working closely with project managers, subcontractors, clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary engineering teams, the successful candidate will support the delivery of mechanical systems throughout the installation and commissioning phases.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive, detail-oriented, and technically capable Mechanical Engineer with experience in modular construction, building services, and mechanical installation and commissioning. Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills will be essential, with the ability to work effectively with subcontractors, clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams.

Your profile

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical pipework systems, testing, and commissioning.
• Experience with modular building projects.
• Knowledge of ITP management, quality control, and inspection processes.
• Strong subcontractor coordination and programming skills.
• Good stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to build productive relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Strong conflict resolution and client expectation management skills.
• Fluent in Finnish and English.
• Electrical Safety 6001 certification.

Why us?

• Competitive salary package, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Clear career progression opportunities within a growing and dynamic organization.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of complex and high-impact international engineering projects.
• Access to ongoing internal training and professional development programs.
• Opportunity to work within multicultural teams across global projects and environments.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment that fosters innovation and knowledge sharing.
• Involvement in technically challenging projects that encourage continuous learning and growth.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Monitor the installation of mechanical pipe connections and associated services.
• Oversee the installation of leak detection, vent, cathodic protection, and secondary containment systems, where applicable.
• Support mechanical fit-out activities within modular buildings.
• Oversee the installation and commissioning of HVAC systems.
• Supervise the installation of plumbing and drainage systems.
• Oversee the installation and commissioning of mechanical plant and equipment.
• Coordinate mechanical interfaces and connections between modular units and site services.
• Support testing, commissioning, and handover of mechanical systems.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams to ensure mechanical works meet project specifications, quality standards, and programme requirements.

About Us

Whitewater Group is a multi-disciplinary engineering company with water at the heart of everything we do. Headquartered in Ireland, with teams operating across Europe, we design, build, and maintain dependable water infrastructure for critical industries, including data centres, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, manufacturing, and energy.

Our engineers support clients from first concept through detailed design, installation, optimisation, and ongoing service. Industry needs water systems that meet strict standards and reduce risk and waste. That is the challenge we focus on every day. We design, build, and maintain water infrastructure that is safe, efficient, and future ready – helping our clients in critical industries stay compliant, cut consumption, and improve performance across multiple sites and markets.

Where others see obstacles, we engineer solutions with impact. Whitewater Group rethink water treatment through scalable, standardised infrastructure, combining technical depth, disciplined delivery, and a partnership approach across the full lifecycle.