Career Opportunities in the Water Sector - Mechanical Engineer | Expression of Interest

TN United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water sector is seeking Mechanical Engineers at all career stages to join their growing team. You will work on impactful projects across the UK, focusing on improving water quality and sustainability. This role offers opportunities for career development and collaboration with industry experts. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the required skills, we encourage you to express your interest.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Private medical insurance

Gym discounts

Flexible working arrangements

Industry-leading training and development

Qualifications

• Experienced Mechanical Engineer with a background in water industry design.
• Proficient in producing technical outputs and design solutions.
• Strong communicator capable of delivering presentations and leading discussions.

Responsibilities

• Involved in project lifecycle from feasibility to construction support.
• Liaise with various stakeholders to achieve project outcomes.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Mechanical design

Communication

Technical leadership

Project management

Education

Chartered Mechanical Engineer

Tools

3D modeling software

Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams

Job description

Career Opportunities in the Water Sector - Mechanical Engineer | Expression of Interest, Derby

Join Stantec's Growing Water Sector Team! At Stantec, we're building on a highly successful period of growth for our water team. We partner with clients across the Midlands and South West on iconic projects, leveraging our local expertise and global presence to help clients achieve their ambitious AMP8 targets and beyond.

Why Stantec?

As we prepare for AMP8, we offer numerous career development opportunities and exciting roles across the UK and Ireland. You will work on award-winning projects and collaborate with industry-renowned colleagues, making a real difference in your community.

If improving water quality, mitigating climate change, and ensuring a resilient water supply matter to you, Stantec is the place to join.

About You

This is an expression of interest. We are open to speaking with Mechanical Engineers at all career stages interested in joining our offices in Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, Birmingham, Derby, or Redditch.

You will be involved in the entire project lifecycle, from feasibility and optioneering to detailed design and construction support, including site surveys and investigations.

You will liaise with project managers, technical leaders, design engineers, clients, supply chain partners, contractors, planners, and other stakeholders to achieve positive project and community outcomes.

Senior engineers will manage and mentor junior team members.

Key Requirements:

• Experienced Mechanical Engineer, ideally Chartered, with experience in mechanical design within the water industry.
• Proficient in producing and reviewing technical outputs such as specifications, pump and aeration system sizing and design, schedules, and reports. Familiar with collaborative planning and design solutions.
• Capable of providing engineering input to design outputs, including General Arrangement Drawings, 3D models, and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams.
• Strong communication skills, capable of delivering technical presentations and participating in design discussions, workshops, safety reviews, HAZOPs, and ALMs.
• Provide technical leadership and support the development of junior engineers.
• Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes, with experience assessing existing infrastructure to develop mechanical designs.

Most importantly, you will embody and support our values of client focus, community-centered design, collaboration, and service excellence. You will align with Stantec’s values: 'we put people first, do what is right, are better together, and are driven to achieve'.

Why Join Us?

• Our People Culture: A friendly, collaborative environment.
• Awards: Recognized as International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best Place to Work at the 2024 NCE Awards; top 10 in Corporate Knights' most sustainable companies.
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, holidays, private medical insurance, gym discounts, and more.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Exciting projects across sectors in the UK & Ireland.
• Industry-leading training, development, and professional subscriptions.

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About Stantec

With over 31,000 employees in more than 450 locations across 6 continents, we have been serving UK clients for over 150 years. We focus on sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities through effective planning, design, delivery, and management of infrastructure.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities, supporting an inclusive, accessible work environment. If you're excited about this role but feel your experience isn't a perfect match, we encourage you to apply. For support or adjustments during the recruitment process, contact [emailprotected].

ReqID: 7032