Senior Mechanical Engineer; Rotating Equipment - FTC

Your focus:

• Design and develop:
  Create innovative mechanical designs for products, components, or systems using CAD software and engineering best practices.
• Feasibility analysis:
  Evaluate the feasibility of design ideas and concepts based on factors such as cost, manufacturing limitations, and material properties.
• Materials selection:
  Select appropriate materials for mechanical systems and components based on factors such as strength, weight, durability, and cost.
• Engineering calculations:
  Perform complex engineering calculations, such as stress analysis, thermal analysis, and rotor dynamics to optimise designs and ensure the reliability and safety of mechanical systems.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams:
  Work closely with other engineers, technicians, and manufacturing personnel to ensure that designs are manufacturable and meet project requirements.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and site maintenance teams.
• Lead failure analysis investigations (RCA) and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide technical assistance in the installation, commissioning, and startup of rotating equipment.
• Documentation and communication:
  Create and maintain accurate design documentation, specifications, and design reports. Communicate design concepts and technical information to colleagues and stakeholders.
• Continuous improvement:
  Stay up to date with industry trends, new technologies, and best practices to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the design process.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field. Master’s degree in same preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in rotating equipment design and development.
• Proficiency in CAD software (Solid Works, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Strong understanding of engineering calculations, including stress analysis, thermal analysis, and rotor dynamics.
• Strong knowledge of vibration analysis, lubrication, bearing systems, Mechanical Seal / seal plans and condition monitoring techniques.
• Experience in materials selection and manufacturing processes.
• Experience in representing the rotating team in Design FMEA and HAZOP reviews.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to rotating equipment.
• Act as the Lead Engineer on projects, making technical decisions on rotating equipment design and may be responsible for a small team of engineers.

• A brilliant company culture that encourages initiative, collaboration, and positivity at work
• Great office environment in our new London HQ, close to the South Bank, and Waterloo, Blackfriars and London Bridge stations
• Hybrid working – with the flexibility to work from home for up to 3 days a week

• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Private Healthcare (family cover available for all colleagues)
• Health Cash Plan
• Income Protection and Critical Illness Cover
• Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programme
• Generous pension contribution – minimum of 5% contributed by the company
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Perks scheme
• Support towards professional qualification and memberships