Senior Design HSE

Scantec; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Technical Safety Engineer to lead safety workstreams for Hydrogen and Oil & Gas projects. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex deliverables, guide junior engineers, and ensure compliance with UK safety regulations. Ideal for a seasoned engineer, this position emphasizes technical leadership and effective communication within a hybrid work environment. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and safety in a rapidly evolving sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering FEED and Detail Design projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK safety regulations and engineering codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage technical safety deliverables across project phases.
• Allocate tasks to junior engineers and provide guidance.
• Ensure compliance with UK regulations and best practices.

Skills

Technical Safety Engineering

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Knowledge of UK Safety Regulations

Education

Degree in Engineering or relevant field

Tools

PHAST Software

Job description

Principal Technical Safety Engineer Hydrogen / Oil & Gas Projects
Location: Manchester or Aberdeen (Hybrid minimum 3 days onsite)
Contract Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week

We are currently supporting an exciting opportunity for a Principal Technical Safety Engineer to take a lead role in the delivery of technical safety workstreams for Hydrogen and Oil & Gas FEED projects in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage technical safety deliverables across FEED and Detailed Design phases.

• Allocate project tasks to junior engineers and provide technical guidance.

• Produce, check, and approve design safety documentation.

• Participate in HAZOPs, hazard studies, and multidisciplinary design reviews.

• Liaise with other engineering disciplines to ensure coordinated project delivery.

• Report progress and issues to the Project Engineering Manager.

• Ensure compliance with UK regulations and industry best practice.

• (Desirable) Use of PHAST software for consequence modelling.

Requirements:

• Proven experience delivering FEED and Detail Design projects in high-hazard industries such as Oil & Gas, Power, or Nuclear.

• Strong working knowledge of UK safety regulations and engineering codes of practice.

• Previous experience in a technical leadership role.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setup (3+ days on site).

This is a great opportunity for a seasoned safety engineer looking to take ownership of complex projects in a growing and future-focused sector.

To apply or find out more, please email me at (url removed) or call me on (phone number removed).