Lead Mechanical Engineer

Peoplewithenergy; Norwich; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoplewithenergy seeks a Lead Mechanical Engineer to drive the mechanical scope of the FEED phase for a major offshore gas platform project. You will provide technical direction across design, ensure safety and compliance, and deliver cost-effective solutions.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team, manage reviews, interface with clients and suppliers, and uphold industry codes and standards. This is a high-responsibility role offering a collaborative, high-performance engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified Mechanical Engineer.
• Experience leading offshore oil & gas projects.
• Strong FEED and detailed design background.
• Knowledge of offshore mechanical systems and equipment.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering activities throughout FEED.
• Manage mechanical design deliverables and technical reviews.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Support safety studies and design assurance activities.
• Interface with clients, suppliers, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and project requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Offshore experience

FEED design

Mechanical engineering

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team delivering the FEED phase of a major offshore gas platform development.

You will lead the mechanical engineering scope, providing technical direction and oversight across the design of a new offshore facility, ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-effective engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering activities throughout FEED.
• Manage mechanical design deliverables and technical reviews.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Support safety studies and design assurance activities.
• Interface with clients, suppliers, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and project requirements.

Requirements

• Degree-qualified Mechanical Engineer.
• Experience leading offshore oil & gas projects.
• Strong FEED and detailed design background.
• Knowledge of offshore mechanical systems and equipment.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on a significant offshore energy development.
• Challenging and varied technical leadership role.
• Collaborative project environment with a high-performing engineering team.
• This role is supporting the project 24 hours per week.

This role would suit a motivated engineering professional looking to play a key role in the successful delivery of a major offshore project.