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Principal Mechanical Engineer - Water Sector

Stantec

Global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture and environmental consulting for infrastructure and communities.

Lead mechanical design for water projects from feasibility to construction.

17 days ago ago

Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)

Full Time

Southampton

Hybrid

Company Size

32,000 Employees

Service Specialisms

Planning

Engineering

Architecture

Interior Design

Landscape Architecture

Surveying

Environmental Sciences

Project Management

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Water Resources

Heavy Civil

Role

Description

design output

ga drawings

3d modeling

p&id

collaboration

You will be able to provide engineering input design outputs in collaboration with other disciplines, such as General Arrangement Drawings, 3D models and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams.

Requirements

mechanical engineer

chartered

mechanical design

pumping systems

water sector

energy sector

You will be experienced in producing technical outputs such as design specifications, sizing and designing pumping systems and aeration systems, schedules, reports and familiar with collaborative planning reviews and designs of solutions.
You will be an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related subject. You will ideally be Chartered (Or on route to Chartership) or Incorporated and have experience in mechanical design.
Experience in the Water sector is an advantage but not essential and we would also be interested in speaking with candidates who have experience within the energy, infrastructure & environmental sectors.

Benefits

Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and lots more.
Our People Culture: We're a close knit team and very proud of our friendly and collaborative environment
Flexible working arrangements
Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Began as a one-person environmental engineering practice and has grown through strategic geographic and service expansion.
Publicly listed on the NYSE and TSX, Stantec has completed major acquisitions to bolster expertise and strengthen global infrastructure portfolio.
Headquartered in the iconic Stantec Tower in Edmonton, the company has delivered landmark projects like the Panama Canal Expansion and high-profile community developments.
Leverages interdisciplinary teams of designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers.
Typical projects span urban planning, civil infrastructure, water management, environmental assessment, energy delivery, and architectural design, serving public and private sectors.
Blends technical prowess with visionary design in bold ventures such as designing its own mixed-use tower and leading multi-nation infrastructure projects.

Culture + Values

We Put People First
We Do What is Right
We Are Better Together
We Are Driven to Achieve

Environment + Sustainability

Commitment to environmental, social and governance excellence across operations and client projects
Issued Sustainability‑Linked Loan, tying financing to ESG metrics including Bloomberg GEI and environmental targets
Publicly reported environmental performance in annual Sustainability Report (e.g., GRI‑aligned metrics)

Inclusion & Diversity

Named to Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index fourth consecutive year
Female representation: more than 50% of entry-level staff are women
36 Women@Stantec regional employee resource groups active globally
First globally to link senior credit facility pricing to Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index score

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Stantec Projects & Portfolio (site search)

Founded in 1954

Year Established

The company was established as a one-person environmental engineering practice in 1954.

MWH Global in 2016

Acquisition Year

Completed the acquisition of MWH Global to enhance expertise in water and natural resources.

450+ Offices

Global Presence

Operates across more than 450 offices on six continents, showcasing extensive global reach.

6 Continents

Geographic Reach

Maintains a strong presence on six continents through strategic expansion.

2025

Carbon Neutrality Target

The company plans to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations by the end of the fiscal year 2025.

32,000

Employees in Sustainable Projects

Over 32,000 employees are working on climate-resilient infrastructure and future-proofing cities.

43% women

Female Representation in Leadership

43% of board and C‑Suite positions are held by women in 2023.

18% pay gap

Global Gender Pay Gap

The global mean unadjusted gender pay gap is 18%.

3% compa-ratio

Gender Pay Gap Improvement

North America base pay compa-ratio gender pay gap improved by 3% in 2023 compared to the prior year.

7% score improvement

Gender-Equality Index

Score improved by 7% in 2023 in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, which has been achieved for the fourth consecutive year.