Graduate Mechanical Engineer - @One Alliance

About Us

We develop intelligent solutions using our award-winning integrated planning and design approach to deliver functional infrastructure and lasting environmental and social legacies. This is backed by a culture that has stayed true since our foundation over 100 years ago. We create new possibilities for humanity through our innovative approach to delivery.

Together with our clients, we are always striving to find a smarter way to deliver projects. From providing low carbon, sustainable and resilient water solutions, flood alleviation and environment services, to connecting people with insights and data. Our business exists to improve the quality of life for our local communities today and for generations to come.

Binnies is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

About the Role

Are you a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate looking to build your career in the water industry?

We’re looking for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join our team at Binnies, working as part of the @one Alliance.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your technical skills and gain practical experience working on water and water recycling projects. You’ll become part of multi-disciplinary project teams, providing mechanical engineering capability and design expertise to help develop and deliver TOTEX solutions.

The role is predominantly based in the design office, with occasional visits to site.

What will you be doing?

As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer, you’ll gain experience across a broad range of mechanical engineering and project activities, including:

• Designing mechanical and hydraulic systems for treatment plant processes.
• Supporting the design of pumping systems.
• Developing designs for mechanical building services.
• Supporting the design and integration of power generation systems, including export, peak lopping, standby and associated facilities.
• Supporting the integration of package plant.
• Developing mechanical equipment designs for hazardous areas in line with DSEAR requirements.
• Supporting the design and integration of bespoke solutions within existing treatment processes.
• Applying Anglian Water Engineering standards and standard products in accordance with project requirements.
• Contributing to the development of standard products and industrialised package solutions.
• Ensuring projects meet required timescales, budgets and quality standards, escalating issues where appropriate.

Commercial Awareness

You’ll develop an understanding of the TOTEX approach, considering both capital and maintenance requirements when developing engineering solutions.

You’ll also gain experience in understanding root cause analysis and how this contributes to developing effective TOTEX solutions.

Working With Others

You’ll work alongside people from a range of partner organisations and engineering disciplines, learning from their knowledge and experience while contributing your own ideas.

You’ll be encouraged to:

• Build effective working relationships across the Alliance and with the client.
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Communicate clearly and consistently.
• Listen to ideas and feedback from colleagues.
• Contribute to an open and collaborative working environment.

What are we looking for?

Essential

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering (BEng or MEng).
• The ability to work in an open and collaborative way, developing effective relationships across Alliance teams and with the client.
• A rigorous approach to projects and tasks, with a focus on accurate and timely delivery and decision-making.

Desirable

It would be beneficial if you have:

• Knowledge of mechanical design experience within a similar business environment.
• A broad understanding of electrical control, instrumentation and switchgear equipment and suppliers.
• An understanding of defined stage-gate delivery processes and how these impact people, processes and your role.
• An ability to take responsibility for team projects and outputs.
• A proactive approach to identifying problems, taking ownership and offering solutions.

Innovation & Development

We want you to keep developing your technical knowledge and stay up to date with developments within the industry.

You’ll have the opportunity to discuss new technologies, innovations and ideas with colleagues across the business and contribute to finding new and improved ways of working.

Why Join Binnies?

At Binnies, you’ll have the opportunity to build your career while contributing to projects that make a real difference to communities and the environment.

As part of the @one Alliance, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals and gain exposure to major water infrastructure projects, while being supported through your early career development.

We believe in building trust, doing the right thing and always exploring new ways to improve. You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, learn from others and develop your skills in an environment where collaboration and continuous improvement are valued.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your engineering career, we’d love to hear from you.

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