Key Takeaways
- Join AECOM as a Graduate Mechanical Engineer in the Water sector.
- Work on exciting water infrastructure and treatment projects across the UK.
- Gain experience in all design stages and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
- Requires an MEng in Mechanical Engineering (2:1 or above) and a strong interest in water projects.
About the Role
Mechanical Engineering Design
Support senior and lead mechanical engineers in the development and management of all aspects of mechanical design in wastewater and water infrastructure / treatment projects, including:
- Pumping calculations and specifications;
- Production of system schematics;
- Production of equipment and drive schedules;
- Production of engineering specification documents in relation to hydraulics and pump systems;
- Working with our clients to assist them with project delivery, asset and network performance and design;
- Production of lifting, access and maintenance plans;
- Liaise with internal and external design teams, clients and contractors as appropriate;
- Provision of timely reporting to both the client and internal team lead.
Collaboration
Work closely with civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineers to deliver a variety of interesting small and large projects from concept to detailed design. Many of the project teams are UK wide, offering an excellent, unbeatable opportunity to share expertise and broaden knowledge through the company.
Digital Solutions
AECOM’s digital strategy is driving the adoption of global digital solutions internally in our design process, to improve quality and consistency and streamline activities. You will help shape these digital offerings and use them on projects, including BIM, ProjectWise, intelligent P&ID’s and AECOM’s own tools developed in-house, such as our pumping station generator.
Professional Development
We support our graduates to pursue their professional development and growth through professional organisations such as IET or IMechE. This is further complimented by AECOM’s Graduate Development programme ADVANCE, providing broader development and training and an opportunity to meet with other graduates.
Benefits
- Career development opportunities
- Flexible hybrid working model
- Technical practice networks
- AECOM University
- Volunteering days
Qualifications
- MEng in Mechanical Engineering (2:1 or above, or equivalent) would be preferred;
- Relevant work experience would be an advantage;
- Enthusiastic, hard-working, technically proficient, with ambition and drive;
- Basic computer skills essential (Word/Excel) and good report writing skills;
- Willing and able to work towards professional qualifications such as Chartered or Incorporated Engineer with the relevant institution (e.g. IMechE)
- Demonstrable interest in water projects;
- Structure & prioritise work effectively through close cooperation with the team as a whole;
- Ability to work independently without losing initiative & focus.
Application Information
- Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible since CVs will be reviewed, and candidates selected for an advanced offer start.
- Please include a covering letter with your application and provide all predicted and/or obtained academic grades.
- You must have permanent right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
- All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.