Mechcanical Engineer

Fusion People Ltd; Braintree; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Tier 1 contractor is seeking experienced Electrical and Mechanical Project Engineers to support AMP8 projects across Southern Water and Affinity Water frameworks. Ideal candidates will have experience in the water industry, a relevant qualification, and strong problem-solving skills. This is a long-term contract role with a pay rate of £450 per day.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical or Mechanical Project Engineer, ideally within the water industry.
• Qualified to at least HNC/HND or Degree level in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Good understanding of AMP project delivery and WIMES standards.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations - required for Electrical Engineers.
• ECS or CSCS card - preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee electrical or mechanical engineering elements of infrastructure projects.
• Review and interpret technical designs per client specifications.
• Coordinate between design, construction, and commissioning teams.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers for timely delivery.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Support site inspections, testing, commissioning, and final handover.

Skills

Problem-solving

Coordination

Communication

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Electrical & Mechanical Project Engineers - Water (AMP8)

Location: Southern Region (Southern Water & Affinity Water Schemes)

Start Date: ASAP

Employment Type: Contract (12 Months)

Pay Rate: £495

Working for a Tier 1 Contractor

Job Overview

A leading Tier 1 contractor is seeking experienced Electrical and Mechanical Project Engineers to support the delivery of AMP8 projects across Southern Water and Affinity Water frameworks. These are long-term contract roles ideal for engineers with solid backgrounds in the water, utilities, or infrastructure sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee either electrical or mechanical engineering elements of clean and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Review and interpret technical designs, ensuring alignment with client specifications and water industry standards.
• Coordinate between design, construction, and commissioning teams.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely and compliant delivery of all works.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Support site inspections, testing, commissioning, and final handover processes.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Electrical or Mechanical Project Engineer, ideally within the water industry or similar sectors.
• Qualified to at least HNC/HND or Degree level in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Good understanding of AMP project delivery and WIMES standards - advantageous.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations - required for Electrical Engineers.
• ECS or CSCS card - preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, coordination, and communication skills.

Contract Details

Duration: 12 months

Start Date: ASAP

Rate: £450 per day

Frameworks: Southern Water & Affinity Water (AMP8)

Long-term opportunity with a leading Tier 1 contractor

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