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

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

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Exeter, United Kingdom

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Job Reference:

33751a859345

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11

Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

Join Stantec's Growing Water Sector Team!

At Stantec, we're building on a 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 AMP8 targets and beyond.

Why Stantec?

As we prepare for AMP8, we're offering 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 resilient water supply are important 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 outcomes.

Senior Engineers will manage and mentor junior team members, supporting their development.

Key Requirements:

• Experienced Mechanical Engineer, ideally Chartered, with experience in mechanical design within the water industry
• Ability to produce and review technical outputs such as specifications, pump and aeration system sizing, schedules, reports, and familiarity with collaborative planning and design reviews
• Provide engineering input to design outputs in collaboration with other disciplines, including General Arrangement Drawings, 3D models, and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams
• Strong communication skills, capable of delivering technical presentations and participating in design discussions, safety reviews, HAZOPs, and ALMs
• Provide technical leadership and support the development of junior engineers
• Understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes, with experience in assessing existing infrastructure for mechanical design development

Most importantly, you will embody and support our values of client focus, community-oriented 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 close-knit, friendly, and collaborative environment
• Awards: Recognized as the International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best Place to Work at the 2024 NCE awards; top 10 in the Corporate Knights most sustainable companies
• 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

Stantec employs over 31,000 people across more than 450 locations worldwide, with over 150 years of experience in the UK. We focus on sustainable development, infrastructure, and community prosperity through effective solutions and technical excellence.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination of any kind. We aim to create an inclusive, supportive work environment. If you are excited about this role but worry about experience alignment, we encourage you to apply.

We are dedicated to accessible recruitment; contact [emailprotected] for support or adjustments during the process.