Senior Mechanical Engineer - Water Sector

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Water Solutions team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on major capital programmes across the UK water sector, from rural sites to complex infrastructure projects. You will be instrumental in delivering sustainable water solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The company promotes a flexible working environment and values diverse contributions, making it an ideal place to develop your career in a forward-thinking organization committed to innovation and sustainability.

Benefits

Hybrid work options

Professional growth opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required.
• Experience in delivering engineering designs for water/wastewater projects.

Responsibilities

• Produce feasibility studies and detailed designs for water infrastructure.
• Design mechanical installations such as pumping stations and pipework.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

Water/Wastewater Engineering

Technical Drawing

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Chartered Engineer status (e.g., IMechE)

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Water Sector, Bristol

Client: AECOM

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 3eedf330770d

Job Views: 4

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

Are you ready to shape the future of water infrastructure? We’re looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Water Solutions team, with flexibility to be based in St Albans, Croydon, Basingstoke, London, Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, or Plymouth.

In this role, you’ll contribute to delivering major capital programmes across the UK water sector, working on projects from small rural sites to complex infrastructure schemes in water and wastewater. These long-term frameworks extend through AMP8 and AMP9.

You will support key programmes such as:

• Southern Water – £3.7 billion Capital Delivery Programme: supporting Tier 1 Contractors on non-infrastructure water and wastewater projects, and infrastructure frameworks.
• South West Water – Engineering Consultancy Services Framework: Multi-Discipline Engineering Design.
• Wessex Water – Capital Delivery Partner Framework: Design Consultants.

Join a recognized team that won the IChemE Global Water Award 2023 and develop your career through local and national projects, contributing to sustainable water solutions.

Responsibilities include producing feasibility studies, detailed designs, technical drawings, liaising with multidisciplinary teams, and site surveys. You will design mechanical installations such as pumping stations, valves, odour control systems, and pipework.

We promote flexible working and an inclusive environment where your contributions are valued. Follow our Water page on LinkedIn for updates.

Qualifications

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Progress towards Chartered Engineer status (e.g., IMechE).
• Experience in delivering engineering designs, reports, and calculations, especially in water/wastewater projects.

We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. If you require accommodations, contact us at [email].

Additional Information

Follow us on social media for more insights. Contact recruiter Jay Hewitt on LinkedIn for further details.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure firm delivering services across various sectors, committed to sustainability and innovation. Visit aecom.com for more information.

Why Join Us?

Enjoy hybrid work options, professional growth, and a culture that values diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Disability Confident Employer, committed to inclusive hiring.