Principal Mechanical Engineer, Water

AECOM

full-time Engineers
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Location
Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Posted
July 21, 2026

Job Description

Job Description

Are you ready to shape the future of water infrastructure?

We are looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our established and growing Water Team with opportunities to be based across our North and Midlands offices - Birmingham, Chesterfield, Leeds and Manchester- while also benefiting from our flexible hybrid working model.

Here's what you'll do:

Mechanical Design

  • Lead, manage and review the design of mechanical elements in wastewater and water infrastructure / treatment projects, including:
    • Site visits to carry out site surveys and the support of liaisons with clients, contractors & suppliers
    • Pumping stations designs
    • Headloss calculations and pumping system analysis
    • Pump selection
    • Designs of screens, grit removal plant, penstocks and valves etc.
    • Odour control systems
    • Plant and pipework layouts
    • Technical speci...