Graduate (Mechanical Engineer)

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Location: East Anglia Area

Business Area: @one Alliance

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: dependent on experience and skills

The East of England faces a unique challenge: it’s home to rich natural ecosystems, yet it’s one of the most water-stressed regions in the UK. At the @one Alliance, we’re leading the charge to change that.

We’re a ground-breaking collaboration between eight leading organisations – Anglian Water, Balfour Beatty, Barhale, Binnies, MMB, MWH Treatment, Skanska, and SWECO – and we deliver over half of Anglian Water’s capital investment programme.

About the Role:

Are you a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate ready to shape the future of water infrastructure? Join a forward-thinking team working on essential water and wastewater projects across East Anglia.

We are seeking a passionate and driven Graduate Mechanical Engineer to support the design, delivery, and maintenance of critical assets in the water industry. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an industry that directly impacts communities and the environment, while gaining hands-on experience and developing towards chartership.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in the mechanical design of pumping stations, treatment works, and pipeline systems

Support project delivery teams on site and in the office

Collaborate with civil, electrical, and process engineers

Prepare technical reports, specifications, and drawings

Engage with clients, contractors, and suppliers to ensure engineering excellence

Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance across all activities

What We’re Looking For:

A degree in Mechanical Engineering (BEng or MEng)

A strong interest in sustainable engineering and the water sector

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

A proactive mindset and eagerness to learn

Full UK driving licence (or working towards it)

What We Offer:

Competitive graduate salary and benefits package

Structured training and development programme

We will support you achieve working towards your professional accreditation

Opportunities to work on high-impact regional projects

Inclusive and supportive working culture

Why Join the @ONE Alliance?

We are more than just a delivery partner, we are agents of transformation, our employee value proposition to all of our employees is to be:

* United Through Purpose *Talented, supportive team

*Countless opportunities *Power in Partnership

*Shape The Future

Inclusion is for everyone and we are an equal opportunity employer, which means we’ll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we’re committed to creating an environment where all our colleagues feel they belong.

Right to Work in the UK

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Please note that this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker or Graduate visa routes

Apply Now:

If you're ready to kick-start your career in a sector that truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Closing date: 31st October 2025

*Assessment Centre Day will be held on either Monday 1st or Wednesday 3rd December

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