Mechanical Engineer, Water Sector

AECOM; Ebford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their Water Solutions team. The role involves working on major water and wastewater engineering projects, preparing designs, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and relevant experience. This position offers a hybrid working model, providing flexibility and the opportunity to shape sustainable water solutions.

Benefits

Broad range of compensation

Benefits and well-being programs

Flexibility to work remotely or in-office

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering engineering designs and technical specifications.
• Ability to produce design drawings and liaise with multidisciplinary teams.
• Hands-on experience in water and wastewater engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare feasibility studies, outline designs, and construction support.
• Produce design layouts and technical specifications.
• Liaise with civil, electrical, and mechanical engineers.

Skills

Engineering designs

Mechanical plant selection

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Overview

We are AECOM, delivering a better world through infrastructure. We partner with clients to solve complex challenges and build lasting legacies. Our global team of over 50,000 professionals works on projects that create real, positive impacts around the world.

Job Description

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our growing Water Solutions team, with flexibility to be based in any of our England & Wales offices. You will contribute to multi-billion-pound capital programmes across the UK water sector, delivering projects ranging from small rural sites to complex, multi-million-pound infrastructure and non-infrastructure schemes in both water and wastewater. These long-term frameworks extend through AMP8 and AMP9, offering variety and the opportunity to shape sustainable water solutions.

You will contribute to several major frameworks, including:

• Southern Water – £3.7 billion Capital Delivery Programme
• Strategic Delivery Partner (SDP) Frameworks. Supporting Tier 1 Contractors on:
  • Lot 1: Non-infrastructure water projects
  • Lot 2: Non-infrastructure wastewater projects
• Low Complexity Delivery Route & SDP Lot 3 Infrastructure Frameworks: Partnering with Tier 1 Contractors to deliver high-quality wastewater infrastructure projects
• South West Water – Engineering Consultancy Services Framework
  • Lot 3 – Multi-Discipline Engineering Design
• Wessex Water – Capital Delivery Partner Framework
  • Lot 2 – Design Consultants

With flexible working from our locations, you’ll collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions. As part of AECOM, you’ll engage in impactful projects from inception through to delivery, enhancing the environment and supporting communities.

Responsibilities

• Preparing feasibility studies, outline design, detailed design and construction support.
• Producing design drawings, mechanical plant selection and specification.
• Liaising with water and other discipline teams including civil, electrical, process and mechanical engineers nationwide.
• Designing mechanical installations typically including municipal water and wastewater pumping stations, screens, grit removal, penstocks, valves, odour control systems, pipework, etc.
• Carrying out site visits for surveys and coordinating with clients, contractors and suppliers.
• Producing plant layouts, technical specifications, datasheets, valve schedules, equipment schedules, lifting strategies and P&IDs.
• Producing headloss calculations and pumping system analysis / pump selection.

Qualifications

• A degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering.
• Progress towards Chartered Engineer status with a relevant institution (e.g., IMechE).
• Proven ability to deliver engineering designs, reports, drawings, technical specifications and calculations with confidence and precision.
• Hands-on experience in delivering innovative solutions for water and wastewater engineering projects.

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at [e-mail]. We value everyone’s unique contributions and perspectives.

Additional Information

• Follow our life at AECOM on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our stories, projects, and impact.
• For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn: Jay Hewitt.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services across the project lifecycle—from advisory and planning to design, engineering, and construction management. We operate across transportation, buildings, water, energy and the environment, delivering sustainable legacies with a focus on equity, diversity and inclusion and environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 company. Learn more at aecom.com.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility to work in a hybrid model, whether from an AECOM office, remotely, or at a client site. We are committed to a safe, respectful workplace where everyone can bring their whole selves to work.

We offer a broad range of compensation, benefits and well-being programs. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we value every person’s potential and support your growth and success. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who meet the minimum criteria. Please notify us via [e-mail] if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10132694
Business Line: Water
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid