Mechanical Engineer - Waste & Generation (Energy)

Stantec; Redditch; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / Flexible working

Professional subscriptions paid

Training and development support

Chartered progression path

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Energy & Resources team in the UK. The role covers a wide range of technologies including EfW, district heating, hydrogen, and biogas, contributing from concept through installation.

You will develop design outputs, conduct site surveys, and ensure HSE excellence across projects to deliver safe, practical solutions. You will work with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and partners to create value and align with project goals, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in energy, power, or process plants.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards Chartership preferred.
• Experience producing technical specifications, schedules, and reports.

Responsibilities

• Work across technologies and projects including EfW plants, district heating, gasification, hydrogen generation, and biogas schemes.
• Contribute to full project lifecycle from feasibility to installation support.
• Develop general arrangement drawings, 3D models, and P&IDs; assess vendor designs.
• Ensure health, safety and environmental responsibilities are integrated into project activities.

Skills

Mechanical Engineer

Energy sector experience

Chartered engineer

Strong communication

HSE compliance

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D models

P&ID diagrams

Piping systems

Hydrogen systems

Job description

The energy transition represents one of the most significant global shifts of our time—transforming how energy is produced, distributed, and consumed to create a lower-carbon future. This is a unique opportunity to be part of that change and contribute to building more sustainable, resilient energy systems.

Due to continued growth, new project wins, and expanding client relationships, we are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join Stantec’s Energy & Resources team. Ideally based in Redditch, Newcastle or Manchester you will play a key role within our Waste and Generation team, supporting a diverse portfolio of cutting‑edge energy projects.

About the Role

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will work across a wide range of technologies and projects, including Energy from Waste (EfW) plants, district heating systems, gasification, hydrogen generation, and biogas production schemes.

You will be involved throughout the full project lifecycle—from early-stage optioneering and feasibility studies through to detailed design and installation support. This will include undertaking site surveys and investigations, developing technical solutions, and contributing to project-wide design deliverables.

Working collaboratively with clients, partners, and multidisciplinary teams, you will help deliver integrated engineering solutions that meet both technical and commercial objectives. You will also contribute to the development of design outputs such as general arrangement drawings, 3D models, and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).

A strong focus on health, safety, and environmental (HSE) responsibilities is embedded in this role, with an emphasis on fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability across all project activities.

Your Impact

In this role, you will contribute directly to the delivery of mechanical engineering solutions that enable modern, sustainable energy infrastructure. Your involvement across diverse technologies—from hydrogen to EfW—will support the transition to lower‑carbon energy systems and help clients meet evolving regulatory and environmental expectations.

By supporting projects from concept through to construction, you will help ensure that engineering solutions are practical, efficient, and aligned with overall project goals. Your ability to develop clear technical specifications and assess vendor designs will play a key role in maintaining quality and consistency across project delivery.

Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will help drive collaboration and innovation, ensuring that mechanical designs integrate seamlessly with wider engineering solutions. Through your commitment to HSE best practice and continuous improvement, you will also contribute to creating safer, more efficient project environments.

Ultimately, your work will help deliver impactful projects that support the future of sustainable energy while reinforcing Stantec’s reputation for technical excellence and client‑focused delivery.

About You

You are a motivated Mechanical Engineer with a strong technical foundation and a keen interest in the energy or process plant sectors. You are comfortable working across multiple technologies and project stages, and you bring a collaborative and proactive approach to your work.

You will bring:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience within the energy, power, or process plant sectors
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards Chartership (preferred)
• Experience producing technical specifications, schedules, and reports across a range of technologies (e.g. steam systems, piping, hydrogen, biomass, EfW plants)
• Familiarity with collaborative design outputs such as General Arrangement drawings, 3D models, and P&IDs
• Experience or interest in developing scoping documentation, construction packages, and assessing vendor designs
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to clients and colleagues
• A commitment to HSE principles and a proactive approach to risk management

Most importantly, you will embody a client‑focused mindset, collaborating effectively with others and contributing to a culture of service excellence, innovation, and designing with community in mind.

Why Join us?

• We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025.
• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups)
• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

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