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

Stantec; Moor Side; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK seeks Mechanical Engineers at all career stages. This role involves managing project life cycles from feasibility through to construction support. Responsibilities include designing specifications, collaborating on technical outputs, and developing junior engineers. The company offers a collaborative environment and a range of benefits including a competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Holidays

Private medical insurance

Gym discounts

Flexible working arrangements

Industry-leading training

Qualifications

• Ideally Chartered Mechanical Engineer with water industry experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and review technical outputs such as specifications and reports.
• Collaborate on design outputs with other disciplines.
• Deliver technical presentations and participate in design discussions.
• Provide technical leadership and support the development of junior engineers.
• Assess existing water treatment infrastructure and develop mechanical designs.

Skills

Chartered Mechanical Engineer

Water industry experience

Strong communication skills

Collaborative working ability

Understanding of water treatment processes

Job description

This is an expression of interest - we are open to speaking to Mechanical Engineers at all stages of their careers that want to join us in our offices in Warrington, Manchester, Leeds or Newcastle. You will be involved in the whole project life cycle from feasibility and optioneering through to detailed design and construction support including site surveys and investigations. You will hold responsibility for working and liaising with project managers, technical leaders, design engineers, clients, supply chain partners, contractors, planners and other stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes for the projects and community. More senior Engineers will manage and guide the more junior members of the team and help with their development.

Responsibilities include:

1. Design and review technical outputs such as specifications, pump and aeration system sizing, schedules, and reports.
2. Collaborate on design outputs with other disciplines, including General Arrangement Drawings, 3D models, and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams.
3. Deliver technical presentations and participate in design discussions, safety reviews, HAZOPs, and ALMs.
4. Provide technical leadership and support the development of junior engineers.
5. Assess existing water and wastewater treatment infrastructure and develop mechanical designs accordingly.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Ideally Chartered Mechanical Engineer with water industry experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes.

At Stantec, we're building on a successful growth period for our water team. We partner with clients across the North of England on iconic projects, leveraging local expertise and global presence to help achieve ambitious targets.

Why Stantec?

• Career development opportunities and exciting roles across the region.
• Work on award-winning projects with renowned colleagues.
• Contribute to improving water quality, mitigating climate change, and ensuring resilient water supply.

Our Culture and Benefits:

• Friendly, collaborative environment.
• Award-winning company recognized as a top employer and sustainable business.
• Competitive salary, pension, holidays, private medical insurance, gym discounts, and more.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Industry-leading training and professional development.

Join us to make a difference in communities and advance your career. We encourage applications even if your experience doesn't exactly match all the criteria.