MEICA Project Engineer

First Recruitment Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a MEICA Project Engineer for a contract position in Manchester. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of MEICA projects, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and contractual requirements. Ideal applicants should have experience in the water industry and a relevant engineering qualification. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant engineering projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering water industry projects (clean or wastewater).
• Strong understanding of CDM Regulations and Construction Management.
• Excellent knowledge of WIMES, British / European Standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end MEICA projects across water, wastewater, and bioresources.
• Manage design, procurement, and site delivery.
• Conduct supplier assessments and technical evaluations.

Skills

Project management

Engineering specifications

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

HNC / HND or Degree in a relevant engineering discipline

Job description

Our Client has a requirement for a MEICA Project Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Manchester.

Role Purpose:

To deliver end-to-end Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (MEICA) projects across water, wastewater, and bioresources workstreams. The Project Engineer will manage design, procurement, and site delivery, ensuring all safety, quality, technical, and contractual requirements are met in line with Client’s framework agreement.

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Support MSP operations and ensure compliance with Client governance and approval processes.
• Provide consistent and accurate reporting of project performance and risks.
• Manage discipline engineers, designers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Lead and review design at concept, definition, and detailed stages.
• Produce and manage engineering specifications, scopes of work, and technical deliverables.
• Oversee subcontractor design, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, ALMs, and site surveys.
• Manage design and procurement to agreed budgets and schedules.
• Conduct supplier assessments, technical evaluations, and performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with Client and Contractor SHEQ procedures and promote best practice on site.
• Contribute to site safety documentation (CPP / RAMS) and review subcontractor safety plans.
• Participate in planning sessions, progress meetings, and audits to drive continuous improvement.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

• HNC / HND or Degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Proven experience delivering water industry projects (clean or wastewater).
• Strong understanding of CDM Regulations and Construction Management (Principal Contractor / Designer roles).
• Experience managing multi-discipline MEICA projects from concept to completion.
• Excellent knowledge of WIMES, British / European Standards, and client specifications.
• CSCS and Water Hygiene Cards required.
• Strong commercial awareness and contract management understanding.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to identify risks, provide solutions, and prioritise effectively in a dynamic environment.