At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and improve critical water infrastructure and systems.
- Company: Join Stantec, a leader in innovative water solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, career progression, and impactful projects.
- Other info: Exciting long-term projects with a focus on sustainability.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the UK's water sector.
- Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical Engineering; experience with pumps and fluid systems.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
If you understand pumps, process systems, fluid handling, or complex mechanical infrastructure, your next career move could have a bigger impact than you think. At Stantec, we're expanding our UK Water teams and looking for Mechanical Engineers who want to apply their skills to some of the country's most important infrastructure challenges. The UK water sector is entering an unprecedented period of investment, with billions committed and a strong pipeline of projects extending well into the next decade. That means long-term career security, exciting technical challenges, and the opportunity to help deliver infrastructure that millions of people rely on every day.
Overview
Why Water? Because the challenges are real, complex, and genuinely meaningful. You'll help design and improve:
- Critical pumping stations and transfer systems
- Resilient water and wastewater treatment facilities
- Sustainable infrastructure that supports growing communities
- Solutions that improve environmental outcomes and water security
Key Benefits
- A secure, long‑term pipeline of work across multiple AMP investment cycles
- Record levels of investment across the UK water sector
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- A strong commitment to work‑life balance
- Clear opportunities for professional development and career progression
- The chance to work on projects with tangible social and environmental impact
Qualifications
You are degree‑qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering and ideally Chartered, or working towards professional accreditation.
Required Experience
- Pumps and pumping systems
- Pressure systems
- Fluid handling and process infrastructure
- Mechanical design for complex industrial environments
Preferred Background (non‑water sectors)
- Food and beverage
- Pharmaceuticals
- Utilities
- Oil and gas
- Building services
- Manufacturing or process industries
Water industry experience isn't essential. We're interested in engineers with strong technical foundations, a collaborative approach, and the ability to take projects from concept through to detailed design and delivery.
Stantec Water Jobs offers a career that shapes the future of water infrastructure across the UK. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for current and future employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec complies with all laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.
Mechanical Engineer - Transition to Water | Expression of Interest employer: Stantec Inc.
At Stantec, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering Mechanical Engineers the chance to work on impactful water infrastructure projects that benefit communities across the UK. With a strong commitment to work-life balance, flexible working arrangements, and clear pathways for professional development, our collaborative culture fosters growth and innovation. Join us to be part of a team dedicated to solving real-world challenges while enjoying long-term career security in a rapidly evolving sector.
