FAQs
What is the role of a Mechanical Water Engineer in the water engineering team?
Mechanical Water Engineers in the water engineering team support clients with the management of their assets by designing new build treatment works, assessing the condition of existing plant and machinery, and developing performance specifications and schedules to define all items of equipment.
What do Mechanical Water Engineers focus on when examining the hydraulics of systems?
Mechanical Water Engineers focus on calculating and specifying pump systems, developing plant room layouts, ensuring designs meet required performance standards, providing suitable access for operators for maintenance, and initiating control philosophies to define plant operation.
Can you provide an example project that a Mechanical Water Engineer may work on?
An example project that a Mechanical Water Engineer may work on is the design of a wastewater pumping station for a new housing development, where they assess the hydraulic system, determine pump and pumping station size, collaborate with stakeholders to minimize footprint, and produce a detailed design for pumps, pipework, control panels, and systems.
How do Mechanical Water Engineers collaborate with other design disciplines and stakeholders?
Mechanical Water Engineers work closely with other design disciplines and stakeholders to ensure that design elements interface correctly, and the design meets all parties' requirements. They collaborate on control philosophies, plant operation, and overall design coherence.