Lead Mechanical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Engineer to oversee significant projects in the chemical and biotechnology sectors. In this role, you will deliver large-scale projects while ensuring compliance with the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental regulations. You'll collaborate with a dynamic team, manage mechanical scopes, and prepare detailed technical specifications. This position offers competitive compensation and outstanding benefits, perfect for a motivated engineer eager to make a substantial impact in a forward-thinking company.

Qualifications

• Extensive engineering and contracting experience in major and minor projects.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills for client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver large projects while maintaining high HSE and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure timely and budget-friendly project completion.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

HSE Compliance

Team Leadership

Technical Specifications

Education

Engineering Degree

Chartered Membership of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers

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Manchester - £70k - £95k plus outstanding benefits

Industry Sectors

Chemical, Biotechnology, Hydrogen, Biomass, Petrochemical, Refinery, Oil & Gas, Decarbonisation

Lead Engineer Responsibilities

1. Deliver large single projects or series of smaller projects (greenfield & brownfield).
2. Maintain the highest standards of HSE and client satisfaction.
3. Collaborate within a team to ensure design and construction are completed and approved on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
4. Manage all aspects of mechanical scope, including machinery, vessels, and packages.
5. Prepare technical specifications, review quotations and vendor drawings, develop design schemes, conduct site surveys, and prepare estimates.
6. Ensure all mechanical engineering works comply with contractual conditions and requirements.
7. Participate in all project phases: Concept, FEED, EPC, and provide consultancy and proposal support.

Required Experience

• Strong desire to apply technical knowledge practically and efficiently.
• Extensive engineering and contracting experience in major and minor projects.
• Motivated and confident in working at detailed levels.
• Flexible, self-driven, and effective both independently and within a team.
• Experience in leading teams of engineers and designers.
• Engineering Degree and Chartered Membership of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills for interactions with clients and technology partners.