Associate M&E Project Engineer

  • 3893
  • Salisbury
  • YTL Construction UK
  • Dependent on Experience
  • Permanent
  • Engineering
  • 2026-04-14
  • 2026-04-28
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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.

You'll work alongside experienced Project Engineers and Project Managers, gaining hands-on experience in both office and site environments while developing the technical, commercial and leadership skills needed to progress within the business.

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. 

Who we are

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:

  • Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
  • YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
  • YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors
  • YTL Live – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
  • plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.