Mechanical Project Engineer

1 week ago

Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom Energy Job Search Full time £100,000 - £150,000 per year

11th November, 2025
**Job Description: Mechanical Project Engineer

Location: Southeast UK

Permanent/Contract
Overview
Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated
Mechanical Project Engineer
to join their project delivery team supporting
clean water and wastewater infrastructure projects**
.

This role is essential to the successful design, coordination, and delivery of mechanical engineering solutions that meet client operational and technical requirements, particularly for
Thames Water
and
Southern Water
projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams (civil, electrical, and mechanical) to deliver integrated, cost-effective engineering solutions.
  • Conduct site visits to liaise with clients, assess project requirements, and perform detailed site surveys.
  • Prepare and review technical documentation, specifications, and drawings in line with client and company standards.
  • Attend regular client and internal meetings (e.g., design reviews, progress updates, hazard reviews).
  • Provide technical support during the construction and commissioning phases.
  • Support the Project Manager with coordination of design and procurement activities.
  • Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure quality, compliance, and timely project delivery.
  • Ensure adherence to all relevant standards, regulations, and company Health & Safety policies.
  • Maintain effective communication between internal teams, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
  • Ensure that projects are executed in accordance with company procedures, policies, and quality standards.

Mechanical-Specific Responsibilities

  • Produce and review mechanical design documentation for: Pumping systems, Pipework layouts, Filtration units, Water and wastewater treatment systems
  • Develop detailed design drawings, equipment specifications, and mechanical schedules.
  • Work closely with electrical and civil engineering teams to develop integrated mechanical solutions.
  • Engage with the supply chain for specification, procurement, and inspection of mechanical equipment.
  • Conduct site surveys and inspections for mechanical installations.
  • Generate and maintain mechanical design standards for water and process-based plants, equipment, and ancillaries.
  • Provide technical support during factory acceptance tests (FATs), installation, and commissioning as required.

Ideal Skills & Qualifications

  • 2-5 years' experience in a similar mechanical engineering role.
  • Demonstrated experience managing large value projects from conception to handover.
  • Relevant Mechanical Engineering qualification, ideally to Degree level.
  • Full UK driving licence.
  • Familiarity with onsite health and safety regulations.
  • Water Hygiene training or understanding of water and sewerage hygiene (desired).
  • Background in engineering related to water utilities and/or process/mechanical systems.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
  • Familiarity with 3D design tools (e.g., AutoCAD Plant 3D, Revit).
  • Knowledge of UK water industry standards and practices (e.g., WIMES).

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