Mechanical Project Engineer

Thames Water Utilities Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Thames Water is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to contribute to modernizing water treatment processes in London. This full-time role involves assessing project briefs, working in multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring project delivery meets quality and safety standards. The position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with service

Health MOTs and physiotherapy

Cycle to Work scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Understanding of developing technical project solutions.
• Knowledge of project delivery in process industries.

Responsibilities

• Assessing project briefs and technical information for risk mitigation.
• Delivering project outputs on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Working within multidisciplinary project teams.

Skills

Project delivery in process industries

Health & safety understanding

Technical project solutions

Education

Degree or HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job title: Mechanical Project Engineer Ref 40555

Division: Asset Operations & Capital Delivery

Location: Hybrid - Hampton Coal Wharf - TW12 2ES

Contract type: Permanent

Full/Part-time: Full-time

Salary: Offering between £40,000 to £60,000 per annum depending on skills and experience

Job grade: B

Closing date: 06/06/2025

Ready to Make a Real Impact?

Thames Water is recruiting a passionate Civil Project Engineer to help shape the future of water and wastewater treatment in London and surrounding areas. Join us in AMP8 to modernise Treatment Works, deliver essential services, and protect the environment for future generations.

What you’ll be doing as a Mechanical Project Engineer

• Assessing project briefs and technical information to support risk mitigation and maximize value before pricing.
• Working within multidisciplinary project teams following project delivery procedures.
• Delivering project outputs on time, within budget, and to quality standards through planning and resource forecasting.
• Developing capabilities and ensuring continuous improvement.

This role is based at Hampton Coal Wharf with a hybrid working model, requiring 2-3 days in the office or on-site weekly.

A driving license is preferred but not mandatory; applications from non-drivers are welcome.

The role is ideally full-time, 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

What you should bring to the role

• Degree or HNC in Mechanical Engineering
• Understanding of developing technical project solutions, especially related to civil scope
• Knowledge of project delivery in process industries
• Strong understanding of health & safety, particularly CDM regulations

What’s in it for you?

• Salary between £40,000 and £60,000, depending on experience
• 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with service, plus bank holidays
• Benefits including health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work, vouchers, and life assurance

Thames Water is the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. We aim to build a better future for all, and we seek passionate, skilled individuals to join our team.

We offer diverse roles, career growth, flexible working, and excellent benefits. Join us to make a difference in millions of lives while helping protect water resources for future generations.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from everyone and providing support throughout the recruitment process.

As part of our team, you can also volunteer to support our customers directly, with full training provided, offering a rewarding experience and additional income opportunity.

Disclaimer: Applications may close early due to high volume. Apply promptly to avoid missing out.