Mechanical Project Engineer

CV-LibraryBeckton, Greater LondontemporaryPosted: 30 June 2026
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Project Engineer (Mechanical Bias) – AMP Project

Location: East London
Rate: £450–£500 per day (CIS/Self-Employed)
Duration: 6–9 Months
Start: ASAP

We are recruiting for an experienced Project Engineer (Mechanical Bias) to join on the major upgrade works at a major Sewage Treatment Works, one of the UK's largest and most significant water infrastructure projects.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a flagship AMP7/AMP8 scheme, helping deliver major improvements to treatment capacity, resilience, and MEICA infrastructure at one of Europe's largest sewage treatment facilities.

About the Project

The client is delivering a substantial programme of works at a mojor STW, including:

* New inlet works

* Activated sludge plant upgrades

* Aeration systems

* Settlement tanks

* Sludge treatment improvements

* Major MEICA infrastructure works

This is a technically focused engineering role, ideal for someone who enjoys coordinating engineering solutions and driving design delivery, not a Package Manager or Construction Manager position.

Key Responsibilities

* Coordinate mechanical engineering design activities across the project.

* Review and close out HAZOP and OPMAN actions.

* Review ALM documentation alongside design and construction teams.

* Drive outstanding engineering and design deliverables through to completion.

* Coordinate subcontractor design packages and ensure programme milestones are achieved.

* Liaise with the client and internal stakeholders to deliver technical solutions.

* Provide engineering support throughout project delivery, ensuring designs are buildable and compliant.

* Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical issues and maintain project progress.

What We're Looking For

We're keen to speak with candidates who have experience in roles such as:

* Project Engineer (Mechanical)

* Mechanical Engineer

* Senior Mechanical Engineer

* MEICA Project Engineer

* Mechanical Design Engineer

* Mechanical Delivery Engineer

The ideal candidate will have:

* Previous experience delivering mechanical engineering projects within the water, wastewater, or utilities sector.

* Strong design coordination and technical assurance experience.

* Experience working with subcontractors and multidisciplinary design teams.

* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

* The ability to solve engineering problems and drive technical delivery.

Desirable Experience

* UK water utility experience.

* Knowledge of AMP projects.

* Experience working on large infrastructure or MEICA projects.

* Familiarity with HAZOP, OPMAN, ALM documentation, and engineering assurance processes

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