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WSP USA Mechanical Engineer (Water) in Glasgow, United Kingdom
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives.
A little more about your role…
As the demand for our expertise continues to grow, an opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Water Engineering teams located in Newcastle upon Tyne, Glasgow, Manchester or Birmingham.
Working within various multidisciplinary project design teams, you will contribute to the delivery of the mechanical engineering design content on a range of challenging projects in water engineering. These projects include water, wastewater and effluent treatment facilities throughout the UK and occasionally overseas.
Key responsibilities include:
* Undertaking asset condition surveys and preparing reports and recommendations.
* Contributing to the production of Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
* Preparation of mechanical design deliverables including calculations, reports, specifications, datasheets, drawings, schedules and procurement documentation.
* Providing input to resolving issues during construction.
* Providing input to testing and commissioning of mechanical equipment and installations including witnessing equipment acceptance tests.
* Working collaboratively with other disciplines on multi-disciplinary projects delivering work to time, cost and quality expectations.
* Supporting the development of junior staff, including checking work where appropriate.
* Liaison with the Client (internal or external) ensuring that their needs are met.
* Ensuring Quality Assurance systems and procedures are followed.
Your Team
You will join an established UK team of experienced mechanical engineers comprising grades from technician to Associate Director.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…
Qualifications
An IMechE accredited degree level qualification (Bachelors or Masters).
Skills / Experience
We are looking for enthusiastic mechanical engineers with a flexible approach and an ability to learn in a leading global consultancy. You will be highly numerate, a good communicator, and enjoy working in a collaborative environment.
You will also be able to demonstrate the following:
* Experience of mechanical project design in the process, utility or allied industries.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
* A good technical understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
* At least an awareness and preferably some proficiency in:
* The design of pumping systems and pump selection.
* The use of P&IDs to create equipment, valve and pipe schedules.
* The production of specifications.
* Construction Design & Management (CDM) Regulations and designing for safety.
* Managing your work to time, cost and quality criteria.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact.
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Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity.
Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.
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