Mechanical Engineer

Nuada is a vibrant Cleantech business that has developed an exciting next-generation carbon capture system, which will be critical in the fight against climate change.

Having secured partnerships with leading cement manufacturers and energy producers, we are scaling our technology; showcasing the exciting potential of our ultra-energy efficient capture system to help decarbonise many hard-to-abate industries, turbocharging our pathway to Net-Zero.

We are in an exciting phase of growth and are seeking a Mechanical Engineer who is passionate about designing, selecting, and commissioning key process equipment and structural components to bring carbon capture projects from concept to field deployment.

• Assist in the design and improvement of carbon capture plants
• Execute end-to-end mechanical design, analysis, fabrication and assembly of static equipment and structures
• 3D/2D modelling and detailing for mechanical systems; including equipment, internals, and structural components
• Interface with Process, Civil, Electrical, and Instrumentation disciplines to ensure integrated equipment, layout design and cost optimisation
• Comprehensive ownership and execution of mechanical packages; including Pressure Vessel Packages, Heat Exchanger Systems, piping systems, Plant Mechanical Equipment Packages (including rotating) and Structural Packages
• Develop technical documentation and technical deliverables (i.e. Material Datasheets and Material Requisitions)
• Review, comment and evaluate design packages from vendors and subcontractors
• Contribute to Process Hazard Analysis and HAZOP studies
• Support commissioning, Factory Acceptance Tests, and start-up procedures for carbon capture systems
• Reporting to Engineering Manager
  
  

Requirements

• B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• 5+ years of relevant design experience with complex mechanical systems
• Proficient in 3D/2D modelling and detailing for mechanical systems
• Experience in end-to-end mechanical design, analysis, fabrication and assembly of static equipment and structures
• Mastery of AutoCAD / SolidWorks / /Navis work software
• Expertise in Piping Stress Analysis - Using Caesar II (as per ASME B31.3)
• Proficiency in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for Mechanical Design - Using ANSYS or equivalent
• Experience in preparing Material Datasheets, Material Requisitions, and Technical Bid Evaluations
• Proven experience in pressure vessel and static equipment design
• Strong focus on layout/cost optimization, design for manufacturability and modularization is highly desirable
• Expertise in design validation, part sourcing, and product iteration is highly desirable
• Experience in RFQ preparation, managing resolution of client review comments, deviation requests, and site technical queries (TQ/SQ) is highly desirable
• Comfortable in entrepreneurial environments, flexible, and communicative
• Manage /schedule daily and project activities to meet target
• Knowledge of rotating equipment will be advantageous
• Knowledge of Inventor / PV Elite / STAAD. Pro will be advantageous
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity package
• 35 days holiday (inc. Bank Holidays) plus your birthday off
• Generous pension contribution
• Private health insurance
• Income Protection and life insurance
• The opportunity to continue to develop both personally and professionally, in our rapidly growing company
• A brilliant company culture that encourages initiative, collaboration, and positivity at work
• Working on projects where your skills can quickly make an impact
• Recognition for delivering a new, world-leading, technology