Senior Mechanical Engineer (Water / MEICA)

Working Location: Manchester / Warrington (Hybrid - 2 days office / 3 days home)

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £70,000 + Benefits

Role Overview

If you are a Mechanical Engineer working on water treatment, pumping stations, or MEICA delivery, this role offers a strong opportunity to take ownership of design across major AMP projects.

You will be joining an engineering team delivering across long-term frameworks, working on treatment works, CSOs, and network upgrades.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Work across AMP7 / AMP8 programmes, providing long-term job security
• Involvement in treatment works, pumping stations, and upgrade projects
• Strong mix of design, site, and delivery exposure
• Opportunity to mentor others and progress towards Principal level
• Hybrid working with flexibility

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering mechanical / MEICA design across water and wastewater projects
• Working on treatment works, pumping stations, CSOs, and pipeline systems
• Designing and specifying pumps, valves, pipework, and plant equipment
• Supporting equipment sizing, selection, and supplier engagement
• Reviewing technical submissions and contractor designs
• Supporting site activities including installation and commissioning
• Coordinating with civil, EICA, and process teams
• Producing specifications, reports, and design documentation

Requirements

• Experience in mechanical / MEICA design within UK water frameworks
• Background working on treatment plants, pumping stations, or network upgrades
• Strong knowledge of pumps, pipework, and plant equipment
• Experience working with contractors or on site delivery
• Understanding of AMP projects and framework delivery
• Chartered or working towards professional chartership
• Strong technical and problem-solving capability