Lead Mechanical Engineer

Kintec Global Recruitment; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for a home-based role focused on renewable and power generation projects. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership and be involved in asset governance to ensure optimized operations. Responsibilities include leading mechanical optimization projects, providing engineering advice, and supporting maintenance strategy development. Ideal candidates should have a Mechanical Engineering degree and substantial experience in the power or heat generation sectors. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Significant experience with boilers and auxiliary mechanical plant in the power or heat generation sectors.
• Strong knowledge of PSSR regulations and SAFed guidance for steam and hot water boilers.
• Proven track record delivering engineering projects and working in multi‑disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to mechanical asset optimisation projects, including planned and unplanned outages.
• Provide expert mechanical engineering advice across heat and power assets, auxiliary plant, and mechanical pipework systems.
• Support the development and delivery of risk‑based maintenance strategies in line with PSSR and national standards.

Skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Technical leadership and problem‑solving capability

Ability to work independently in a remote/home‑based role while coordinating with multiple teams

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree, HNC, or equivalent

Job description

Lead Mechanical Engineer - Home-Based (Renewables / Power)

Location: Remote / Home-Based, UK

Employment Type: Permanent

Overview

We are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to provide technical leadership across mechanical assets for renewable and power generation sites across England. This role combines engineering expertise, project delivery, and asset governance to ensure safe, efficient, and optimised operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to mechanical asset optimisation projects, including planned and unplanned outages
• Provide expert mechanical engineering advice across heat and power assets, auxiliary plant, and mechanical pipework systems
• Support the development and delivery of risk‑based maintenance strategies in line with PSSR and national standards
• Assist with mechanical and boiler maintenance contract management, including technical input into procurement and contractor performance reviews
• Define and implement mechanical engineering solutions to improve asset performance within project budgets and objectives
• Act as Technical Authority for mechanical asset governance, supporting IMS document updates and safety rules
• Collaborate with O&M teams, design teams, and other stakeholders to promote process safety and continuous improvement
• Support incident investigations, Panels of Inquiry, and lessons learned exercises across sites
• Ensure compliance with financial standards, project budgets, and procurement principles

Qualifications & Experience

• Mechanical Engineering degree, HNC, or equivalent
• Significant experience with boilers and auxiliary mechanical plant in the power or heat generation sectors
• Strong knowledge of PSSR regulations and SAFed guidance for steam and hot water boilers
• Proven track record delivering engineering projects and working in multi‑disciplinary teams
• Experience diagnosing operational problems, developing solutions, and managing contracts
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret technical data and produce clear reports
• Business financial awareness and experience managing project budgets

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Technical leadership and problem‑solving capability
• Ability to work independently in a remote/home‑based role while coordinating with multiple teams