Mechanical Engineer - Water Sector

TN United Kingdom; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join its Water Solutions team. This role involves delivering multi-billion-pound capital programs across the UK water sector, contributing to projects that enhance communities and the environment. You will work on diverse projects, from rural sites to complex infrastructure schemes, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The position offers hybrid work options and a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. If you're passionate about engineering and looking to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required.
• Experience in delivering water and wastewater engineering designs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies and provide design support.
• Produce design drawings and liaise with teams nationwide.
• Design mechanical installations like pumps and valves.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Water and Wastewater Engineering

Feasibility Studies

Design Drawings

Pump System Analysis

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Progress towards Chartered Engineer status

Job description

Mechanical Engineer - Water Sector, Plymouth

Client: AECOM

Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 9483da82dca2

Job Views: 3

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

Are you ready to shape the future of water infrastructure? We’re looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Water Solutions team, with flexibility to be based in St Albans, Croydon, Basingstoke, Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, or Plymouth.

You will be involved in delivering multi-billion-pound capital programmes across the UK water sector, contributing to projects from small rural sites to complex infrastructure schemes in water and wastewater. These long-term frameworks extend through AMP8 and AMP9.

Key Programmes You’ll Support:

• Southern Water – £3.7 billion Capital Delivery Programme: Supporting Tier 1 Contractors on non-infrastructure water and wastewater projects, and delivering high-quality infrastructure projects.
• South West Water – Engineering Consultancy Services Framework: Multi-Discipline Engineering Design.
• Wessex Water – Capital Delivery Partner Framework: Design Consultancy services.

You will collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, contributing to projects from inception to delivery, enhancing communities and the environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Feasibility studies, design, and construction support.
• Producing design drawings, mechanical plant specifications, and liaising with teams nationwide.
• Designing mechanical installations such as pumps, screens, valves, and odour control systems.
• Site surveys, client and contractor liaison, and producing technical documents like P&IDs and equipment schedules.
• Performing headloss calculations and pump system analysis.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Progress towards Chartered Engineer status (e.g., IMechE).
• Experience in delivering water and wastewater engineering designs.

We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require reasonable accommodation, contact us at [email].

Additional Information:

Follow us on social media to learn more about our projects and culture. For inquiries, contact recruiter Jay Hewitt on LinkedIn.

About AECOM:

AECOM is a global infrastructure firm delivering services across the project lifecycle. We are committed to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, with a revenue of $14.4 billion in FY2023. Learn more at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Join us to grow in a world of opportunity.

We offer hybrid work options, benefits, and a supportive environment where your contributions matter. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Disability Confident employer. Confidentiality is maintained according to EEO guidelines.