Lead Mechanical Engineer

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group; St Helens; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Taylor Group seeks a Lead Mechanical Engineer in Greater Manchester / Merseyside. The role focuses on senior design of pressure vessels and related equipment, with direct client exposure and ownership of technical and commercial delivery.

Applicants should be Chartered Engineers with 5+ years' experience in pressure equipment, and strong skills in calculations, stress analysis and ANSYS. The position offers leadership opportunities and growth within an established consultancy.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering and Chartered Engineer status.
• 5+ years' experience in mechanical design for pressure equipment.
• Proven ability to lead projects and interact with clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of pressure vessels, storage tanks, heat exchangers and valves.
• Prepare and check calculations using Design by Rule and Analysis methods.
• Perform stress analysis and FEA, ideally with ANSYS.
• Review fabrication drawings and sign off documentation.
• Own projects from initial client contact to delivery.
• Maintain client relationships and support business development.

Skills

Senior-level design

Stress analysis

FEA

ANSYS

Leadership

Client liaison

Excel tools

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Chartered Engineer status

Tools

ANSYS

PV Elite

Job description

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester / Merseyside
Salary: £60,000 £100,000

Are you a Chartered Mechanical Engineer with senior-level experience designing pressure vessels, valves or other pressure equipment?

Do you have strong experience with mechanical calculations, stress analysis and FEA?

Are you looking for a senior position where you can take ownership of projects, work directly with clients and help shape the future of an established engineering business?

What's in it for you?

• £60,000 £100,000 salary, depending on experience
• Lead role within an established engineering consultancy
• Direct client exposure and opportunities to develop new business
• Opportunity to influence engineering processes and ways of working
• Scope to help shape the future growth of the business

What will you be doing?

• Lead the engineering design of pressure vessels, storage tanks, heat exchangers, valves and associated equipment
• Prepare and check engineering calculations using Design by Rule and Design by Analysis methodologies
• Carry out stress analysis, hand calculations and FEA, ideally using ANSYS
• Check and sign off fabrication drawings produced by designers and draughtsmen
• Take ownership of projects from initial client contact through to delivery of the engineering work package
• Liaise directly with clients throughout projects and build strong working relationships
• Support the development of new business and identify opportunities with existing and new clients
• Lead, support and develop engineers within the team
• Maintain, update and develop in-house Excel-based calculation tools and engineering programmes

Where will you be doing it?

You’ll be joining an established engineering consultancy specialising in the design and analysis of pressure equipment and associated mechanical systems. Following a recent change in ownership, the business is growing and looking for an experienced engineer to take a leading role in the technical and commercial development of the team.

What will you need?

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering
• Chartered Engineer status
• 5+ years’ relevant mechanical design experience
• Senior-level experience designing pressure vessels, valves or other pressure equipment
• Strong experience with mechanical engineering calculations and stress analysis
• Experience with FEA / Design by Analysis; ANSYS would be particularly beneficial
• Good understanding of relevant design codes and standards
• Comfortable taking ownership of projects and dealing directly with clients
• Strong communication and leadership skills

It would be beneficial if you have:

• Knowledge of pressure vessel design codes and international standards/directives
• Experience with PD5500 and/or ASME VIII Division 1
• Experience with EN 14105 and API 650
• Experience designing steelwork
• Experience using PV Elite or similar vessel design software
• Experience developing or working with Excel-based engineering calculation tools

Important Information

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