Mechanical Engineer - Water Sector

STANTEC; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / Flexible working

Professional development support

Chartered Engineer progression

Job summary

Stantec in Newcastle is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Water team, delivering mechanical design across water and wastewater projects and supporting development from concept to construction.

You will work with project managers and multidisciplinary teams, prepare calculations and documentation, contribute to feasibility studies, and pursue chartered status with ICE with mentoring.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience delivering or supporting mechanical design projects.
• Understanding of mechanical systems in water/wastewater or similar process industry.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive approach to learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Produce mechanical engineering designs for water and wastewater facilities, pumping stations and infrastructure.
• Prepare technical calculations, equipment schedules, specifications and engineering documentation.
• Support feasibility studies, optioneering and detailed design activities.
• Work with Project Managers, multidisciplinary teams and clients to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Assist with technical reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Continue professional development with mentoring from engineers.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Proactive learning

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Great engineering starts with great people. At Stantec, our Mechanical Engineers are helping to deliver the next generation of water and wastewater infrastructure, designing solutions that improve operational performance, enhance environmental resilience and create lasting benefits for communities across the UK.

We're looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Water team in Newcastle . Whether you're already working within the water sector or looking to apply your mechanical engineering experience from a related industry, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within one of the UK's leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancies. Working alongside experienced engineers, technical specialists and digital experts, you'll contribute to a wide range of treatment, pumping and infrastructure projects while building your technical capability through structured mentoring and professional development.

Working with us, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Support the delivery of mechanical engineering solutions across major water and wastewater programmes.
• Develop your experience throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept design to construction support.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers, technical specialists and multidisciplinary teams.
• Build your technical expertise with clear opportunities for career progression and Chartership support.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll support the delivery of mechanical engineering design across a diverse portfolio of water infrastructure projects while continuing to develop your technical knowledge and professional experience.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Producing mechanical engineering designs for water and wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations and associated infrastructure.
• Preparing technical calculations, equipment schedules, specifications and engineering documentation.
• Supporting feasibility studies, optioneering and detailed design activities.
• Working collaboratively with Project Managers, multidisciplinary teams and clients to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
• Assisting with technical reviews and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Continuing your professional development with the support of experienced engineers and mentors.

YOUR IMPACT

Your work will help deliver reliable, efficient and sustainable water infrastructure that supports communities across the UK. Through high-quality mechanical engineering, you'll contribute to projects that improve operational performance, strengthen environmental resilience and provide long‑term value for our clients.

As part of our collaborative Mechanical Engineering team, you'll continue developing your technical expertise while contributing to innovative engineering solutions that help shape the future of the water industry.

ABOUT YOU

Essential

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering or supporting mechanical engineering design projects.
• An understanding of mechanical systems associated with water and wastewater treatment infrastructure, or experience from a similar process industry.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development.

Desirable

• Experience within the UK water sector.
• Working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
• Experience producing engineering calculations, specifications and technical documentation.
• Experience working with contractors or supporting project delivery.

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. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024.

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 with ICE.

We are better together:

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).

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.

If you're looking to build your mechanical engineering career while delivering innovative water infrastructure projects that make a lasting difference to communities and the environment, we'd love to hear from you.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world‑class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [e-mail] we will talk to you about how we can support you.