Mechanical Engineer - Water Sector

STANTEC; Warrington; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / Flexible working

Private medical insurance

Pension

Job summary

Stantec is recruiting a Mechanical Engineer to support delivery across water and wastewater projects in the North West. Based in Manchester or Warrington, you will work with senior engineers to develop safe, efficient and sustainable solutions through the full project lifecycle.

You'll contribute to feasibility, concept design and detailed design, producing specifications and documentation while collaborating with electro-mechanical disciplines and clients.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required.
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (CEng/IEng) or working toward.
• Experience in mechanical design for water or regulated infrastructure.
• Knowledge of mechanical design principles and industry standards.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary project teams.
• Proactive learning mindset and development.
• Good organisation with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical design from feasibility to construction.
• Produce calculations, specs, schedules, reports and documentation.
• Assist with pumping stations, treatment works, pipelines and mechanical plant.
• Undertake site visits, surveys and investigations as required.
• Collaborate with electrical, process, civil and structural engineers.
• Work with clients and contractors to deliver safely and to a high standard.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

CEng/IEng

Mechanical design

Design principles

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Proactive learning

Organisation

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Digital tools

Job description

The North West is undergoing one of the UK's largest programmes of investment in water infrastructure, and Stantec is helping deliver the projects that will strengthen water resilience, improve environmental performance and support growing communities. Through our long-standing partnership with United Utilities, we're delivering major treatment works, pumping stations and network improvements that are shaping the future of water and wastewater services across the region.

Mechanical Engineer – Manchester or Warrington

This is an excellent opportunity to build your career within one of the UK's leading multidisciplinary consultancies, working alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists on nationally significant AMP8 programmes.

You’ll have the opportunity to

• Support the delivery of mechanical engineering solutions across major water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Gain experience throughout the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and concept design through to detailed design and construction support.
• Work alongside multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.
• Develop your technical expertise through structured mentoring, training and hands‑on project experience.
• Build a long‑term career within one of the UK's leading water engineering businesses.

About the role

As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll support the delivery of mechanical engineering design across a wide range of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Working closely with senior engineers, Project Managers and other technical disciplines, you'll contribute to the development of safe, efficient and sustainable engineering solutions.

• Support mechanical design activities from feasibility and concept design through to detailed design and construction support.
• Produce mechanical calculations, technical specifications, schedules, reports and engineering documentation.
• Assist with the design of pumping stations, water and wastewater treatment works, pipelines and associated mechanical infrastructure.
• Undertake site visits, surveys and technical investigations where required.
• Collaborate with electrical, process, civil and structural engineers to deliver integrated project solutions.
• Work closely with clients, contractors and internal stakeholders to help deliver projects safely, efficiently and to a high technical standard.

Your impact

Every project you contribute to will help deliver infrastructure that millions of people rely on every day. Your work will support reliable drinking water supplies, improve wastewater treatment and help create resilient assets that protect the environment and respond to future challenges.

• Contribute to nationally significant AMP8 projects across the North West.
• Develop practical engineering solutions that improve operational performance and sustainability.
• Build your technical capability while working alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams.
• Support the delivery of innovative infrastructure that creates lasting value for clients and communities.
• Lay the foundations for a rewarding long–term career within Stantec's Mechanical Engineering team.

About you

Essential

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (CEng/IEng) or actively working towards.
• Experience within mechanical engineering design, ideally within the water sector or another regulated infrastructure industry.
• Understanding of mechanical engineering design principles and industry standards.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Desirable

• Experience within the water, utilities, energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Knowledge of pumping systems, treatment processes or mechanical plant design.
• Experience producing technical specifications, reports and engineering documentation.
• Experience using digital engineering tools and modern methods of 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.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits 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.