Project Engineer – MEICA (Water/Wastewater)
Location: South Yorkshire / Derbyshire
Contract: Yorkshire Water
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000+ (dependent on experience), with scope for higher for more experienced candidates
Career Progression: Clear route into a Project Manager position
About the Role
We're looking for a Project Engineer to join our team delivering works on the Yorkshire Water contract, based around the South Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. This is a great opportunity for someone with a MEICA (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation) background, whether you're newly qualified/off-tools or an experienced engineer looking for your next step.
You'll be working on a variety of projects including digester cleans and biogas replacement schemes, playing a key role in the successful delivery of works from design through to completion.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the planning, coordination and delivery of MEICA projects across the Yorkshire Water contract
- Assist with the technical delivery of digester clean and biogas replacement works
- Liaise with site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure works are delivered safely, on time and to budget
- Monitor project progress, resolving technical issues as they arise
- Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality and environmental standards throughout
- Support cost tracking, programme management and reporting
- Work closely with the Project Manager to develop skills and take on increasing responsibility over time
- Contribute to continuous improvement of processes and delivery methods
What We're Looking For
- A background in MEICA (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control & automation) engineering
- Experience within the water/wastewater industry is desirable but not essential
- Could suit someone recently moved off-tools looking to step into an engineering role, or a more experienced Project/Site Engineer looking for progression
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with site teams and stakeholders
- Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- A proactive, safety-first attitude
- Full UK driving licence (site travel required)
What's on Offer
- Salary circa £40,000 (dependent on experience), with flexibility for the right candidate
- Genuine career progression into a Project Manager role
- Ongoing training and development support
- Company vehicle
- The chance to work on a long-term high-profile water industry contract
Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
