We’re looking for an experienced Mechanical & Electrical Project Engineer to join our growing team and support the delivery of water industry projects across the UK. You’ll work closely with Project and Site Managers throughout the full project lifecycle — from design and build through to commissioning — with a mix of site work, office tasks and home working.
This role is ideal for someone with strong mechanical experience in the water sector who can ensure safe, efficient and high quality project delivery.
What will your day look like…
- Manage mechanical engineering activities across design, build and commissioning phases.
- Provide progress updates to the Project Manager against programme and budget.
- Review and contribute to mechanical method statements, risk assessments and technical documentation.
- Prepare mechanical subcontractor scopes and ensure materials and equipment are correctly specified and procured
- Produce and implement mechanical Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) to project and company standards.
- Support site teams with timely engineering decisions to minimise rework and maintain programme.
- Attend site regularly to oversee mechanical installation, commissioning and operational support activities.
About you…
- Proven experience delivering mechanical or MEICA projects within the water treatment industry.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems including:
o Pumps, pipework, valves (manual & actuated)
o Tanks, vessels, filters, surge systems
o Dosing systems, mixers, screens and other treatment related equipment - Awareness of DWI, WIMES and WRAS standards.
- Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes, water movement and chemical dosing.
- Confident using Microsoft Office and able to interpret or contribute to project programmes.
What’s in it for you…
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Company Car/Allowance
- Company pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Private GP Helpline & Health Cash Plan
- Avove Discount Scheme
- Family friendly policies
- A selection of lifestyle benefit options
- Financial wellbeing programme
- Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing and onsite mental health first aiders to support our colleagues
- We love to give back so we offer you volunteering days in your community and charity matched giving where we will boost your fundraising.
About Avove...
Avove is a leading infrastructure services provider, delivering critical utility and energy solutions across the UK. With a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and innovation, we specialise in the design, maintenance, and renewal of essential infrastructure for water, energy, and telecoms networks. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to long-term investment in training, development, and modern equipment to support our teams in delivering high-quality, reliable services for our clients and communities.
We are an equal opportunities employer...
At the heart of what we do is a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate what makes each of us unique and are building a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves. Join us—and take the next step toward a rewarding and inclusive career.
Skills Required
- Proven experience delivering mechanical or MEICA projects within the water treatment industry
- Strong understanding of pumps, pipework, manual and actuated valves, tanks, vessels, filters, surge systems, dosing systems, mixers, screens and related treatment equipment
- Awareness of DWI, WIMES and WRAS standards
- Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes, water movement and chemical dosing
- Confident use of Microsoft Office
- Ability to interpret or contribute to project programmes
What We Do
Avove is a UK infrastructure services and engineering company that designs, builds and maintains utilities infrastructure. Formed as an independent business in April 2022 after the sale of Amey’s utilities division, it develops sustainable solutions across water, wastewater, telecoms, power and vegetation management. Its work aims to improve communities, support economic growth and deliver long-term infrastructure outcomes for utility-sector customers.
