Experienced Mechanical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Peterborough seeks an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their team. With at least 10 years in high-temperature industrial process and material handling, you'll oversee vital engineering functions, from CAD design to team management, contributing to innovative green technologies.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience with high-temperature industrial process plants.
• Practical experience in mechanical or process engineering, especially thermal processes and materials handling.
• Interest in gas/solid processing.

Responsibilities

• CAD drawing using Inventor at conceptual and pre-manufacture stages.
• Manage the mechanical engineering team.
• Liaise with suppliers and support procurement processes.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Good communication

Collaborative abilities

Intellectual rigor

Education

Good degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Inventor

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Experienced Mechanical Engineer, Peterborough

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Location: Peterborough, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Torftech is a design engineering and intellectual property business specializing in licensing and selling its proprietary TORBED and TORWAVE processors (www.torftech.com). These devices are used in the food, mineral, and waste industries for processes like gas scrubbing and calcination, designed to enhance efficiency through gas-solid contacting. The TORWAVE technology allows for improved presentation of materials to microwaves, overcoming traditional obstacles. Our machines support hydro-carbon substitution, waste recycling, and energy efficiency, positioning us at the forefront of green industrial processes. We are a small, close-knit team driven by curiosity and intellectual rigor. As our business grows, we are looking to expand and offer competitive remuneration and the chance to work with expanding technology.

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Due to an upcoming retirement, we seek an experienced mechanical engineer to shadow and eventually succeed our current senior mechanical engineer. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience with high-temperature industrial process plants and materials handling, including refractory design and installation. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will work independently after familiarization with our technologies and eventually take responsibility for the mechanical engineering functions within the group. Your role will involve conceptual process design, drawing and manufacturing planning, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of existing plant. Key skills include intellectual rigor, technical knowledge, good communication, and collaborative abilities. Responsibilities include:

1. CAD drawing using Inventor at conceptual and pre-manufacture stages
2. Reviewing fabricators’ drawings for quality control
3. Fault diagnosis and rectification
4. Implementing maintenance and spares management
5. Testing on pilot plants
6. Managing the mechanical engineering team
7. Liaising with suppliers
8. Supporting procurement processes

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• A good degree in Engineering or related field
• Practical experience in mechanical or process engineering, especially thermal processes and materials handling
• Interest in gas/solid processing
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work remotely
• Legal UK residence and work permits