Graduate Mechanical Engineer - Water - 2026 (Leeds)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; North East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Leeds as part of the 2026 Graduate Programme. The role involves delivering innovative solutions for water and wastewater treatment projects. Candidates should hold a relevant bachelor's degree and possess strong collaboration and problem-solving skills. The company offers a competitive salary and commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Group income protection

Life assurance

Professional progression plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• Must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Focus on delivering solutions to water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Contribute to complex engineering projects from design to construction.
• Engage in the whole project life cycle, including installation support.

Skills

Adaptability

Perseverance

Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Engineering Design or relevant degree

Job description

With every community, Stantec redefines what’spossible.

Application Deadline:Recruitment is ongoing.Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

Your role:

We are looking for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to be based inLeeds, joining our 2026 Graduate Programme.

As part of our collaborative design team, you will focus on delivering innovative solutions to water and wastewater treatment, pumping stations and hydraulic systems, you will contribute to the design and delivery of complex engineering projects, particularly on pump hydraulics, valve selection, piping systems and related equipment. You will be involved in the whole project life cycle, from front end engineering design through to detailed design, installation and construction support.

Our project portfolio spans across the UK, with a strong focus on serving United Utilities frameworks.

We know our continuing success and development depends on yours, so we go all the way when it comes to giving you the support you need to be the very best. Each graduate will be allocated a chartered engineer to act as their mentor to enable them to achieve chartered status.

Take a look at our Water business line here:-Water (stantec.com), and review some of the projects you could be working on:-Greater Manchester - Integrated Water Management Plan (stantec.com)

About you:

At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience.Along with your Bachelor’s degree inMechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Engineering Design or other relevant degree, we’d love to receive your application if you are:-

• An Adapter- You're able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.

• A Perseverer- You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.

• A Collaborator- You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.

• A Problem-Solver- You love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.

Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that colleagues are able to provide the appropriate level of support.

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
• Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec
• Professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here:Stantec Employee Resource Groups)

Please take a look at our Graduate FAQs (Graduate Application FAQs) if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your application!

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