Mechanical and Piping Designer

Why Work at Clarke

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy‑resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever‑changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energise performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognise results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast‑moving world. We provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Work‑life flexibility
• Recognition and rewards
• Development and career opportunities
• A safe and inclusive workplace

Are you a detail‑driven Mechanical and Piping Designer with a talent for turning a ‘blank sheet’ into precise 3D models and fabrication drawings?

Clarke Energy are seeking a skilled Mechanical and Piping Designer to join our growing Engineering team at Knowsley, helping us deliver world‑class installations and uphold our reputation as a leader in sustainable energy solutions.

• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid working on offer following probation
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Option to buy/sell up to 5 extra days of annual leave
• 7% company pension contribution
• Company laptop
• Opportunities to grow in a globally recognised energy business

• Create initial layouts and concept designs from a blank sheet to support proposals and tender bids
• Develop tender arrangements into full design deliverables: plan, elevation and isometric general layouts
• Produce detailed fabrication drawings for pipe supports, equipment skids and other structural items
• Model all piping and plant components in 3D using AutoCAD and Plant 3D
• Generate P& in AutoCAD P& isometric fabrication drawings in Plant 3D
• Liaise with Mechanical Applications Engineers, Site Engineers and sub‑contractors to resolve interface and installation issues
• Undertake site surveys and As‑Built surveys to capture data and update construction deliverables
• Maintain CAD systems, troubleshoot faults and build a library of generic components to boost efficiency
• Mentor and coach junior draughtspersons, ensuring high quality, consistent deliverables
• Ensure full adherence to Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality management policies

• Minimum 5 years’ piping design and detailing experience in Petrochemical or Service industries
• HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Fully conversant with AutoCAD, AutoCAD P&, Autodesk Navisworks and Plant 3D
• Strong 3D solid modelling skills and good IT proficiency (Microsoft Office suite)

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Familiarity with Clarke Energy products, processes and applications