Mechanical Engineer

We are recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join an established engineering business delivering complex process and treatment plant projects.  This is an opportunity to work on technically varied engineering projects involving pipework, mechanical equipment and packaged plant, supporting projects from design and procurement through to installation and commissioning.  We are particularly interested in Mechanical Engineers from water, wastewater, process plant, power, chemical, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, energy, utilities or packaged equipment backgrounds.
Review pipework layouts, equipment arrangements, skid assemblies and fabrication drawings
Work with mechanical equipment including pumps, valves, pressure vessels, tanks, heat exchangers and packaged systems
Review fabrication, installation, access and maintainability requirements
Interpret P&IDs and translate process requirements into practical mechanical solutions
Review technical specifications, datasheets, supplier drawings and quotations
Carry out and review hydraulic calculations including pipe sizing, pressure drop, pump duty and NPSH
Consider mechanical loads and stress requirements relating to pipework, supports, steelwork and equipment connections
Identify technical issues and engineering requirements before manufacture and installation
Work closely with Process, EC&I, design, procurement, project and site teams
Liaise with suppliers and clients on technical requirements
Provide engineering support through manufacture, installation and commissioning

Minimum 2 years experience in mechanical engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
Mechanical Engineering degree, HNC, HND or equivalent practical experience
Experience working with pipework, mechanical equipment, fabrication or packaged plant
Confident interpreting P&IDs, engineering drawings, specifications and mechanical datasheets
Experience or working knowledge of hydraulics for pressurised pipework systems
Understanding of mechanical loads and stress considerations
Able to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams, suppliers and clients

Desirable Experience **:
Experience in any of the following would be advantageous:
Water, wastewater or process treatment
Process, chemical, power or packaged plant
Pump and valve selection
Pressure vessels, tanks or heat exchangers
Pipe classes and material specifications
Pipe stress or structural analysis
Site installation and commissioning
Technical bid evaluation and supplier documentation

25 days of vacation
Recognition for long service
Retail discounts
Retirement plan

- Permanent – hybrid working 2 days