Graduate Mechanical Engineer / Water - Croydon & Exeter (Summer 2026 starts)
* Full-time
* State/Province: London, City of
* Business Group: DCS
* Legal Entity: AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited
* Business Line: Water
* Work Location Model: Hybrid
* Operating Group: International
* Primary Location: UK - Croydon - Bedford Park
Our Mechanical engineering team supports clients with the management of their assets, from designing new build treatments to assessing the condition of existing plant and machinery. They play a key role in helping clients develop new assets or improve existing ones, delivering better performance and efficiency.
Responsibilities
* Pumping calculations and specifications.
* Production of system schematics.
* Creation of equipment and drive schedules.
* Development of engineering specification documents for hydraulics and pump systems.
* Assist clients with project delivery, asset and network performance and design.
* Produce lifting, access and maintenance plans.
* Coordinate with internal and external design teams, clients, and contractors.
* Provide timely reporting to both the client and internal team lead.
Qualifications
* BEng Mechanical Engineering (2:1 or above, or equivalent);
* MEng in Mechanical Engineering (2:1 or above, or equivalent) preferred.
* Relevant work experience an advantage.
* Enthusiastic, hard‑working, technically proficient, with ambition and drive.
* Basic computer skills essential (Word/Excel) and good report writing skills beneficial.
* Water related modules an advantage.
* Willing and able to pursue professional qualifications such as IET & IMechE.
* Demonstrable interest in water projects.
* Capability to satisfy client and business expectations and consider wider financial and commercial implications.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong ability to structure and prioritise work through close cooperation with the team.
* Independence in work while maintaining initiative and focus.
Our Recruitment Process
* Submit Your Application: Complete the job application, uploading your resume, cover letter and the most recent copy of your academic transcripts as a single document.
* Online Assessment: Complete our global online strength‑based assessment.
* Phone Screen: You may be invited to a phone screen with our Early Careers Recruitment team.
* Interview: Attend a face‑to‑face interview at your local office.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
We are a DisabilityConfident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long‑term condition, who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Please let us know via ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com if you would like to apply through the DisabilityConfident Interview Scheme.
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