Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Location: Northampton, UK

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Department: Mechanical Engineering

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead engineering efforts on complex facility mechanical systems. This is a hands-on role with responsibility from schematic design through to commissioning, offering the opportunity to work on diverse projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead mechanical engineering projects from concept to commissioning.
• Review and guide the work of engineers and designers for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage engineering budgets and schedules.
• Perform hydraulic, thermal, and code compliance calculations.
• Engineer piping, ductwork, and mechanical systems including equipment specification and layout.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors, including inspections and commissioning.
• Support training and documentation handover to clients.
• Travel domestically and internationally (5–20%) to support installations and startups.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5–10 years of mechanical engineering experience, ideally in facility systems.
• Strong knowledge of pumps, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and relief devices.
• Proficiency in P&ID development, equipment specification, and piping design.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• Office and site-based work, including exposure to industrial conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs regularly.
• Must be able to travel and adapt to varying site conditions.