Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Role overview
This is an excellent opportunity to begin your engineering career within a dynamic Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation (MEICA) environment, primarily supporting projects in the water and wastewater sector.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will gain hands on experience across the full project lifecycle including design, procurement, installation, and commissioning, while working towards professional accreditation (e.g. IMechE).

What you'll do
Some of your main duties will include:
Project Delivery

• Support the delivery of mechanical engineering packages in line with project schedules and milestones. 
• Assist in the review and coordination of mechanical drawings, models, and technical specifications.
• Monitor installation progress and report on performance against programme targets. 
• Attend site meetings, design reviews, and coordination workshops. 
• Assist with commissioning, testing, and project handover activities. 
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation. 

Design, Engineering & Technical Support

• Contribute to the development of mechanical system designs in accordance with project requirements. 
• Review designs to ensure buildability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. 
• Support value engineering initiatives and identify opportunities for improvement. 
• Coordinate with CAD/BIM teams to deliver accurate and compliant design outputs. 
• Review supplier and subcontractor technical submissions. 
• Provide technical support to site and construction teams.

Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (HSEQ)

• Support compliance with Health & Safety legislation and CDM Regulations.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing risk assessments and method statements. 
• Promote a strong health and safety culture across all activities. 
• Identify and report risks, hazards, and near misses. 
• Ensure designs consider and mitigate safety risks prior to construction. 
• Participate in quality inspections, audits, and assurance processes. 

Commercial, Procurement & Reporting

• Assist in obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations. 
• Support the preparation of tender documentation and cost estimates. 
• Help prepare technical specifications for procurement packages. 
• Raise and manage purchase orders using internal systems. 
• Assist with cost monitoring, variation management, and reporting. 
• Maintain accurate commercial and project records. 

Collaboration & Professional Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, and site teams.
• Liaise with electrical engineers, designers, and subcontractors.
• Communicate technical information clearly to internal and external stakeholders. 
• Participate in training and development programmes 
• Work towards achieving professional accreditation (e.g., IMechE) 
• Support a culture of teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. 

What you’ll bring
As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer, it is essential to have:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent qualification).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills. 
• Strong organisation skills, eagerness to learn and use initiative. 
• Willingness to travel to project sites across the UK & Ireland. 
• Full, valid driving licence, that permits driving in the UK.

It would also be desirable to have:

• Knowledge of Health & Safety and CDM regulations. 
• Experience or placement within engineering or construction environments. 
• Exposure to water or wastewater projects. 
• Familiarity with CAD/BIM tools. 
• CSR/CSCS card (or willingness to obtain).

How we'll reward you
In return, we offer a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits and support. For a full list of these, please view the attached Job Description. 

Please click "Apply" to submit your CV for consideration. We wish you every success in your application.