Associate M&E Project Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 April 2026
LOCATION
Salisbury
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

M&E Project Delivery Mechanical Systems Electrical Systems Project Management Engineering Design Communication Skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Are you an ambitious engineering graduate looking to kick-start your career in mechanical and electrical (M&E) project delivery? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Associate M&E Project Engineer, supporting the delivery of M&E installations across potable and wastewater environments.

What you'll do

As an Associate M&E Project Engineer, you will support our in-house engineering and construction teams in the planning, procurement, coordination and delivery of M&E projects across the region.

You'll be assisting with engineering input during the design and construction phases of projects.

You'll also be:

  • supporting the review of design information to ensure compliance with company and industry standards
  • helping to identify opportunities for innovation, sustainability and improved efficiency
  • providing on-site support to construction teams during construction and commissioning
  • assisting with the procurement of mechanical and electrical equipment in line with cost and programme requirements
  • supporting the preparation of technical elements of contracts and sub-contracts
  • helping coordinate site visits, surveys and data collection to support design development
  • contributing to progress monitoring and reporting for the M&E Project Manager
  • assisting with the compilation and checking of operation and maintenance manuals and project completion documentation.

What you'll need

We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic graduate with a passion for engineering and a desire to develop a career in M&E project delivery.

You‘ll have:

  • a degree or HND in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline
  • a strong technical interest in mechanical and electrical systems
  • a willingness to learn, ask questions and develop new skills
  • good communication skills and the confidence to work with colleagues at all levels
  • the ability to manage your time, organise your workload and work proactively
  • a problem-solving mindset with the ability to think creatively
  • an interest in pursuing professional registration (eg, EngTech, IEng, CEng)
  • good organisational skills
  • positive attitude with the ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines 
  • proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite.

What you'll receive

  • A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
  • Career progression and professional development opportunities.
  • 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
  • The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year.
  • The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions).
  • A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
  • Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
  • The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions).
  • Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
  • One paid volunteering day each year.
  • Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
  • Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform.
  • Support from trained mental health first aiders.
  • A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us.
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