Water & Wastewater Mechanical Engineer — Hybrid

AECOM; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Mechanical Design engineer to develop and manage all aspects of mechanical design in wastewater and water infrastructure projects, including site surveys, pumping stations, headloss calculations, and plant layouts.

You will work across project stages from feasibility to construction, collaborating with teams nationwide, and contributing to bids and client deliverables. The role offers a flexible hybrid working model and exposure to leading water clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in the design of water and wastewater engineering deliverables with multi-disciplinary knowledge, ideally including treatment schemes.
• BEng or MEng in a related engineering field with experience in water and wastewater treatment.
• Chartered (or near Chartered) Member of a relevant Professional Institution.
• Experience within the water sector working for a consultancy.

Responsibilities

• Engage in feasibility, outline, detail, and construction design stages in line with National and International Design Standards.
• Work closely with discipline teams locally and nationwide to deliver high-quality technical solutions.
• Communicate effectively with clients and collaborators throughout the design and planning phases.
• Contribute to bids and proposals, interfacing with clients to understand their needs and expectations.

Skills

Water/Wastewater design

Mechanical design

Chartered engineer

Consultancy experience

Education

BEng or MEng in related field

Tools

BIM

Projectwise

P&IDs

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Mechanical Design engineer to develop and manage all aspects of mechanical design in wastewater and water infrastructure projects, including site surveys, pumping stations, headloss calculations, and plant layouts.

You will work across project stages from feasibility to construction, collaborating with teams nationwide, and contributing to bids and client deliverables. The role offers a flexible hybrid working model and exposure to leading water clients.