via Reed · 23 September 2026 ·2 days ago

MEICA Engineer

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Basingstoke Contract GBP 117,000 – 143,000
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MEICA Engineer - Water IndustryLocation: North Hampshire - Contract Type: ContractDuration: 12 MonthsRate: £450-£550 per day (DOE)Employer: Leading Tier 1 Infrastructure Contractor
The OpportunityA leading Tier 1 contractor is seeking an experienced MEICA Engineer to support the successful delivery of major water and wastewater infrastructure projects within the Thames Water region.Working as part of a multidisciplinary delivery team, you will play a key role in delivering AMP8 projects, from design and procurement through construction, commissioning and handover. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex and high-profile projects that will help shape the future of the UK's water infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver MEICA aspects of water and wastewater capital projects.

  • Support project delivery from concept, design and procurement through to commissioning and handover.

  • Coordinate Mechanical, Electrical, ICA and Civil engineering activities.

  • Review technical specifications, drawings and contractor submissions.

  • Support site installation, testing and commissioning activities.

  • Liaise with clients, operational teams, designers, subcontractors and suppliers.

  • Monitor progress, identify risks and support programme delivery.

  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, environmental and quality requirements.

  • Produce technical documentation, reports and commissioning records.

Candidate RequirementsEssential
  • Previous experience as a MEICA Engineer, Project Engineer, EICA Engineer or EC&I Engineer within the water industry.

  • Experience delivering clean water or wastewater treatment projects.

  • Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical and control systems.

  • Knowledge of project life cycle delivery, commissioning and handover processes.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable
  • Experience working on Thames Water frameworks.

  • Thames Water Passport.

  • CSCS Card.

  • SMSTS

  • Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, or working towards accreditation.

What's on Offer
  • Competitive day rate.

  • 12-month contract with strong likelihood of extension.

  • Opportunity to work with a recognised Tier 1 contractor on a major AMP8 programme.

  • Exposure to a diverse portfolio of water and wastewater projects.

  • Collaborative and supportive project environment.

  • Long-term programme pipeline and career-enhancing project experience.

Apply NowIf you are a motivated MEICA Engineer with water sector experience and are looking for your next contract opportunity in the North Hampshire area, we would like to hear from you.

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