Mechanical Engineer

TÜV Rheinland is a leading provider of technical services worldwide. We provide a broad range of testing, inspection and certification services to ensure the safety, reliability and regulatory compliance of engineering assets throughout their lifecycle. If you contribute your experience to us in the future, you will experience a surprisingly broad spectrum of national and international challenges, all of which are associated with safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

We offer comprehensive training, flexible working, and a great pay and benefits package.

As part of the TUV family Risktec Resourcing have been tasked to assist our sister company TUV Rheinland Industrial Services (TRIS) in recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer for our Teesside office.

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer with a strong design focus to support petrochemical and process industry projects. This is a mid-level role, suited to an engineer who has moved beyond graduate level and is developing toward senior engineer and chartership. You will work on real engineering problems under the guidance of senior engineers, with increasing responsibility as your capability grows.

• Carry out mechanical design work for static equipment such as pressure vessels, heat exchangers, columns, and drums.
• Perform pipe stress analysis for piping systems, with senior support on complex cases.
• Support fitness-for-service (FFS) assessments for existing piping and static equipment.
• Prepare mechanical calculations, datasheets, and technical reports.
• Review vendor drawings and documents against project requirements.
• Work closely with process, piping, inspection, and integrity disciplines.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Typically 3–7 years’ experience in mechanical engineering within petrochemical, chemical, or process plant environments.
• Working knowledge of:
  Static equipment and pressure vessels, Pipe stress analysis, Fitness-for-service concepts
• Experience using engineering software such as CAESAR II, AutoPIPE, PV Elite, COMPASS, or similar.
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (e.g. ASME, EN, API).

• Standard hours Monday to Friday 40 hours per week. Overtime available.
• Bonus Scheme based on Company Profits and Personal Targets.
• Excellent Health and life insurance, Group Income Protection, Pension, 25 days holiday.
• Permanent full-time position, office, client site, and home based – hybrid working.
• Accredited training to internationally recognised engineering appointment.
• Career progression opportunities with structured development.
• Opportunities to work in many sectors of UK industry.

Actively working toward Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or committed to doing so. Structured technical development and mentoring from senior engineers. Clear progression toward Senior Mechanical Engineer level.

This role is ideal for a mechanical engineer who enjoys hands-on design work, wants exposure to complex petrochemical facilities, and is motivated to develop toward chartership and senior responsibility.

If you are detail-oriented, proactive, and ready to contribute to pioneering projects in our industry, we encourage you to apply and make a significant impact in our company. NB –(please note that UK security clearance is very difficult to achieve within the timescales for non UK nationals, and you will be subject to a screening process prior to interview to ensure that you meet the security clearance criteria)

NB:
This role is for a Mechanical Engineer - E7293 in Teesside region. Please ensure you meet the stated qualifications and security requirements before applying.