Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£46,800
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2122 (93% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £46,800, and COFFEY CONSTRUCTION LIMITED is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2122 Mechanical engineers Most likely code | £33,400 | £37,400 | £42,100 | £46,800 |
3113 Engineering technicians Also possible | £33,400 | £34,000 | £38,300 | £42,500 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Role Summary:
The postholder will collaborate with the Senior Mechanical Engineer, Design Manager, CAD/BIM and other engineering disciplines to support the MEICA design and project teams to enhance Coffey Water’s project delivery with a focus on MECIA detailing and selections.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the delivery of preliminary and detailed design of water / wastewater treatment plants based on data provided; to meet contract requirements.
- Contribute to the design of mechanical components for Water and Wastewater delivery, collection networks, and associated plants for treatment. Including pumps, pumping stations, filters, filtration systems, hydraulic design and the selection of appropriate valve/pipe.
- Build relationships with supply chain partners (Products/Services) and customers.
- Application of appropriate software to provide advice, solutions and successful outcomes with a focus on achieving project objectives.
- Adopt relevant standards in design to streamline engineering tasks and be efficient
- Developing drawings of equipment and plant layouts as required.
- Supporting the development of PFDs (Process Flow Diagrams), P&IDs (Process & instrumentation Drawings) and equipment schedules.
- Support the development of hydraulic, energy, and mechanical calculations as part of the detailed design.
- Ensure Health & Safety, Ethical and Quality requirements, both legislative and company specific, are fully respected and taken account of.
- Understand Specifications, Drawings and other Contract Documents.
- Oversee the delivery of projects, through tracking, commercial reporting, progress updates and programme management.
- Support testing of (FAT and SAT) of package plant, inspection and assessment of Mechanical installations on site.
- Develop commissioning documents and project specific records under guidance
Essential Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
- Effective time management and communication skills.
- A knowledge of Microsoft Office and 2D/3D CAD software.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work on multiple assignments and prioritise conflicting deadlines
- Strong communication skills to build relationships and explain technical drawings
- Eagerness to learn, adapt, and work in a team-oriented environment.
- Understanding of Project Management principles
- Report writing
Desirable Criteria
- Courage to challenge status quo when driving innovation
- Some travel required across Coffey sites
- Some understanding of construction industry
- Develop and maintain basic commercial awareness
- Undertake continued professional development (CPD).
- Keep informed of emerging industry trends in technology.
About us
Coffey is a water infrastructure and civil engineering specialist operating in every major construction sector throughout Ireland and the UK. Passionate about quality and efficiency, this passion drives our belief in delivering projects with the best workforce. The hallmarks of our work are innovative solutions, engineering ingenuity, professional construction management and the highest level of safety and quality. We pride ourselves in nurturing an environment that empowers critical thinking, creative problem-solving, customer focus, efficiency and flexibility.
Coffey values are at the heart of everything we do – Do the right thing, Do it better, Do it together.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with COFFEY CONSTRUCTION LIMITED, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Mechanical engineers (SOC 2122) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~66k in sample- Middle half £38,896–59,800
- Median £48,516
- Going rate £46,800
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–42,100
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. COFFEY CONSTRUCTION LIMITED holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2122 going rate of £46,800. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.