Principal Mechanical Engineer - Water
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Salary
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£46,800
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2122 (99% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £46,800, and Egis 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 |
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
Principal Mechanical Engineer - Water Sector
Water | Wastewater | Biosolids/Sludge | AMP 8 | SROs | MEP-Led Team
Shape the Future of Water Infrastructure with Egis
- London | Bristol | Manchester (Hybrid Working)
- Mechanical Engineering Design | UK‑Wide Impact | High‑Growth Environment
Egis is expanding rapidly in the UK, backed by a global team of more than 25,500 experts across 70+ countries. We design and deliver intelligent, sustainable infrastructure to address climate challenges and strengthen community resilience. As part of our fast‑growing UK Water team, you will join an agile environment where progression is quick, visibility is high, and your impact is immediate.
About the Role
The UK water sector is entering a period of unprecedented investment and transformation. As Egis accelerates the growth of its Water Business in the UK, we are building a high-performing Mechanical Engineering team to help shape this next chapter.
We are inviting applicants who want to play a meaningful role in delivering major water and wastewater programmes in the UK. Working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, you will contribute to technically robust, sustainable and innovative treatment solutions across nationally significant projects.
This is a rare opportunity to join at a key stage of our UK growth journey, helping to establish, shape and expand a Mechanical engineering capability built on Egis’ global infrastructure expertise and long-term commitment to the sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead mechanical design delivery on multidisciplinary water/wastewater treatment projects across the full design lifecycle.
- Act as mechanical technical lead on projects, owning design strategy, key decisions, interfaces, risks and quality of deliverables.
Minimum Requirements
- BEng/MEng or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
- Chartered Engineer or Incorporated Engineer status with a relevant professional institution, such as IMechE.
- Typically 7-10+ years’ relevant mechanical engineering design experience.
- Background must be from water, wastewater, biosolids/bioresources or oil & gas.
- Proven ability to act as mechanical discipline lead or senior technical lead on multidisciplinary projects.
- Strong technical expertise in mechanical treatment/process systems, including equipment selection, pumping, pipework, valves, hydraulics, layouts and packaged plant.
- Strong understanding of UK water industry standards, CDM 2015, safety-by-design, regulatory drivers and common delivery models.
Desirable Skills / Knowledge
- Deep experience in wastewater treatment, clean water treatment, sludge/bioresources, water reuse, pumping stations, chemical dosing, odour control, energy recovery, package plant or complex process systems.
- Experience delivering AMP8, WINEP, SRO, D&B, framework, alliance or contractor-led projects.
- Experience developing mechanical design standards, calculation tools, equipment specifications, QA processes or reusable digital workflows.
- Experience contributing to recruitment, resource planning, bid writing, technical proposals, client presentations or new service development.
Please note that you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
What’s in It for You?
- An exciting new growth role in a fast‑organic growing UK business, offering clear and accelerated career progression
- Top Employers 2025 - Egis recognised across four continents for excellence in HR practices, having been awarded the prestigious Top Employer 2025 certification. Top Employers Institute is the global authority on recognising excellence in people practices.
- A global leader in green infrastructure - we’re proud to lead the way in sustainable infrastructure, mobility and energy, innovating across the entire value chain and every aspect of the built environment.
Ready to Lead?
Join Egis and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of sustainable water infrastructure across the UK.
We are committed to our planet
In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.
Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.
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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. Egis 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.