MEICA Project Engineer | Flexible Hours | Water Utilities

KIER GROUP; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group in the North West of England is seeking a Mechanical and Electrical Project Engineer to support MEICA delivery for United Utilities Water Framework. The role covers coordination from design through construction, testing, commissioning and handover, with a 45-hour week and no sponsorship for applicants.

The successful candidate will work with Project Manager, Engineering Manager and supply chain partners to meet programme, quality and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering M&E works on capital projects, ideally in the UK water sector, utilities or regulated environments.
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical and electrical systems (pumps, valves, pipework, pressure systems, MCCs, LV, drives, instrumentation, telemetry).
• Ability to read, review and coordinate technical drawings, P&IDs, cable and equipment schedules, control philosophies.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations, risk assessments, method statements, permits, isolations, and health & safety requirements.
• HNC/HND/degree or equivalent; CSCS card; IOSH/SSSTS/SMSTS safety qualification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and deliver M&E activities from design through construction to handover.
• Coordinate work packages (pumps, valves, pipework, MCCs, LV, drives, telemetry).
• Review designs, drawings and supplier documentation for buildability and compliance.
• Work with designers, site teams and subcontractors to resolve technical queries and installation issues.
• Produce RAMS, permits, ITPs, quality checks, FAT/SAT packs, commissioning packs and handover records.

Skills

MEICA systems

Pumps

Valves

Pipework

MCCs & LV

Telemetry & PLC/SCADA

Education

HNC/HND or degree

Job description

Kier Group in the North West of England is seeking a Mechanical and Electrical Project Engineer to support MEICA delivery for United Utilities Water Framework. The role covers coordination from design through construction, testing, commissioning and handover, with a 45-hour week and no sponsorship for applicants.

The successful candidate will work with Project Manager, Engineering Manager and supply chain partners to meet programme, quality and client requirements.