Mechanical & Process Engineer

Russell Taylor Group Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 62,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy based in Cheshire is seeking a Mechanical & Process Engineer to support complex engineering projects. This role involves producing process design and analysis deliverables, writing technical reports, and developing technical solutions. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, experience in process design, and strong communication skills. Competitive salary and hybrid working options available.

Benefits

Salary up to £74,000

Company performance bonus

25 days holiday

Private healthcare

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
• Experience in process or chemical engineering design.
• Knowledge of process modelling and simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality process design and analysis deliverables.
• Write technical reports and specifications for process equipment.
• Develop technical solutions, including calculations and design basis.

Skills

Process modelling and simulation tools

Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Communication skills

IT skills

French or German language skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

Mechanical & Process Engineer - Chester

Full Time - Hybrid

What's in it for you?

• Salary up to £74,000
• Company performance bonus
• 25 days holiday, rising to 28 days after 6 years' service
• All statutory bank holidays
• Individual private healthcare (BUPA)
• Working from home up to 2 days per week (subject to security and business need)
• One additional day off every 4 weeks
• Flexi day off once per month, subject to accumulated working hours
• Company sick pay
• Defined contribution pension scheme (up to 16% with an 11% employee contribution)
• Life assurance at 7x annual salary
• Contracted hours: 38.75 hours per week (includes a 45-minute paid lunch)
• Core hours: 9:30am - 3:00pm
• Available working hours: 7:00am - 7:00pm

What will you be doing?

• Producing high-quality process design and analysis deliverables
• Writing technical reports and specifications for process system equipment
• Developing and substantiating technical solutions, including calculations and design basis
• Analysing plant, commissioning and test data to model and predict equipment performance
• Supporting design reviews, ISA/HAZOP meetings and technical change processes
• Maintaining specialist knowledge of current process system designs and performance
• Supporting project proposals, including schedules and cost forecasts
• Managing technical deliverables and providing clear progress reporting
• Working with internal and external stakeholders, including European suppliers

Where will you be doing it?

You’ll be based in Cheshire within a Technical Services environment, supporting complex engineering projects through robust process design, analysis and technical assurance in a highly regulated setting.

What you’ll need:

• A degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
• Experience in process or chemical engineering design
• Knowledge of process modelling and simulation tools such as MATLAB or Simulink
• Experience within the nuclear sector or another large process industry
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good general IT skills
• Ability to explain and justify technical decisions clearly
• French or German language skills would be an advantage

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Job Info

• Job Title: Mechanical and Process Engineer
• Company: Russell Taylor Group Ltd
• Location: Warrington, Cheshire
• Posted: Jan 14th 2026
• Closes: Feb 14th 2026
• Sector: (not specified?)
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time