Mechanical Engineer - Transition to Water | Expression of Interest

The Opportunity Stantec is expanding its UK Water teams and looking for Mechanical Engineers who want to apply their skills to 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. 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 Why Stantec? You’ll join a respected, multidisciplinary team delivering some of the UK’s most significant water projects. Whether your ambition is to deepen your technical expertise, lead major programmes, or progress into management, you’ll find the support, variety, and opportunity to build a career that matters. What You’ll Benefit From 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 About You You’ll be degree‑qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering and ideally Chartered, or working towards professional accreditation. Most Importantly, You’ll Bring Experience In Areas Such As Pumps and pumping systems Pressure systems Fluid handling and process infrastructure Mechanical design for complex industrial environments Your experience may come from water, but it could just as easily come from sectors such as: Food and beverage Pharmaceuticals Utilities Oil and gas Building services Manufacturing or process industries Ready to Apply Your Skills to Something Bigger? Discover how your experience could translate into a rewarding career in water and learn more about our projects and people at Stantec Water Jobs. Join us and help shape the future of water infrastructure across the UK. About Stantec The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver, and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating clients’ vision into valuable consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We address today’s challenges while looking toward a fairer, better tomorrow, delivering clean growth, supporting radical changes in our economy, and meeting the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. We build an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world‑class talent. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made, please let us know and we will talk to you about how we can support you. #J-18808-Ljbffr