Mechanical Project Engineer
- Location: Southampton, Hampshire, England
- Salary: £50k - 55k per year + None
- Category
- Sector: Power, Nuclear and Utilities
- Contract type Permanent
- Consultant: Jonathan Green
Mechanical Project Engineer - Water - £55k
Are you a Mechanical Project Engineer looking for your next challenge in the water industry? My client is seeking a skilled and motivated professional to play a key role in delivering critical water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
Why Join This Opportunity?
- Work on exciting, large-scale projects within the water sector.
- Be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, excellence, and collaboration.
- Enjoy career development and the chance to make a real impact.
What You’ll Bring
✔ Qualifications & Experience:
- Degree, diploma, or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
- Proven experience in water/wastewater plant design, construction & procurement.
- CSCS & EUSR cards, plus a full UK driving licence.
- Knowledge of health & safety best practices (e.g., IOSH or CITB certification).
✔ Skills & Competencies:
- Strong understanding of Water Industry Plant & Process.
- Experience in design management, procurement, scheduling & risk assessment.
- Excellent communication & stakeholder management skills.
- Commercial awareness and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
Your Key Responsibilities
Design & Procurement: Oversee design outputs, procurement schedules & technical reviews.
Project Coordination: Manage sub-contract packages, ensuring integration & compliance.
Site Support: Work closely with construction teams, attending sites & monitoring progress.
Safety & Compliance: Conduct risk assessments, method statements & factory acceptance tests.
Delivery & Efficiency: Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope & to high safety standards.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading organisation in the water sector and be part of essential infrastructure projects that make a difference.