Mechanical Design Engineer - Water (AMP8)

Rise Technical; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Greater London is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to manage full lifecycle mechanical design in water projects. This role provides a clear pathway to Senior and Lead Engineer positions while contributing to essential AMP8 infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates will have a solid background in mechanical design with specific knowledge of pumps and hydraulic systems. Experience in project engineering and a motivation to develop will ensure your success in this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in design or project engineering, particularly in water utilities or related fields.
• Familiarity with pumps, pipework, valves, and hydraulic systems is essential.
• Motivated to progress into senior engineering roles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical design for water and wastewater projects from concept to completion.
• Contribute to P&IDs and support equipment selection.
• Liaise with suppliers, vendors, and site teams to ensure design intent is implemented.

Skills

Mechanical design

P&ID interpretation

Equipment selection

Strong understanding of pumps and valves

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer - Water (AMP8)

London (Office & Site-Based)

Full-time

Permanent

Overview

Looking to step into a role where you can take ownership of full lifecycle mechanical design and progress towards Senior / Lead Engineer level? This opportunity sits within a major UK water framework delivering AMP8 projects across treatment works, pumping stations, and wider infrastructure. You’ll be involved from early concept through to delivery, working across design, equipment selection, and construction support. This is a role for someone who wants to move beyond pure design and gain exposure to how projects are actually delivered on site.

Role

• Deliver mechanical design across water and wastewater infrastructure projects from concept through to completion
• Contribute to P&IDs, equipment selection, and pump / pipeline sizing (engineering calculations)
• Liaise with suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors to support procurement and technical delivery
• Work closely with site teams to resolve technical queries and ensure design intent is implemented
• Support commissioning teams by troubleshooting design-related issues through to project handover

The Opportunity

• Clear progression route to Senior and Lead Mechanical Engineer
• Exposure to the full project lifecycle, not just design
• Work within a structured engineering team on long-term AMP8 programmes
• Gain experience across both office-based design and site delivery environments

The Person

• Mechanical Engineer with experience in design and/or project engineering
• Background in water, utilities, or process-led environments (energy, industrial, manufacturing also considered)
• Strong understanding of pumps, pipework, valves, and hydraulic systems
• Able to interpret and contribute to P&IDs and technical design documentation
• Motivated to develop into a well-rounded engineer with long-term progression

If you’re looking for a role that offers real responsibility, technical development, and a clear route into senior engineering positions within a growing sector, this is an excellent opportunity to step forward in your career.