Mechanical Design Engineer

Innotech Partners; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized engineering firm is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for an oil & gas project. Responsibilities include producing mechanical designs, coordinating with CAD designers, and ensuring compliance with standards. The position offers hybrid working and potential for permanent placement. Ideal candidates will have proven mechanical design experience, particularly in gas pipework systems.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical design within oil & gas or related sectors.
• Strong understanding of gas pipework systems and mechanical calculations.
• Familiarity with industry standards, including IGEM.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate and timely mechanical designs and specifications.
• Coordinate with CAD designers to deliver complete design packages.
• Design thermal and fluid systems with technical calculations.

Skills

Mechanical design

Gas pipework systems

Mechanical calculations

Design and CAD tools

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Hybrid / Office–based – Greater Manchester
Start Date: Immediate

Contract Rate: 275– 300 per day
Contract Type: Ongoing Contract (Temp to Perm Potential)

We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to support a key oil & gas infrastructure project, with a strong focus on gas pipework systems. This role offers immediate start and hybrid working, with long–term potential for a permanent position.

Key Responsibilities – Mechanical Design and Project Support:

• Produce accurate and timely mechanical designs and specifications, including PFDs, P&IDs, functional design specs (FDS), schematics, detail drawings, general arrangements, and equipment schedules
• Coordinate with CAD designers to deliver complete design packages (layouts, piping, GAs) to meet quality and schedule expectations
• Design thermal and fluid systems, including heat recovery, ventilation, steam, hot/chilled water, and noise attenuation, supported by technical calculations and safety assessments
• Perform mechanical calculations, including pipe and pump sizing, pressure drop, expansion, and tolerance analysis
• Select and requisition appropriate materials and equipment for systems such as CHP, Tri–generation, and BESS
• Ensure all designs comply with IGEM standards and relevant regulations

Requirements:

• Proven experience in mechanical design within oil & gas, utilities, or related sectors
• Strong understanding of gas pipework systems and mechanical calculations
• Familiarity with industry standards, including IGEM
• Proficient in using design and CAD tools

Additional Information:

• Hybrid role with office attendance required (Greater Manchester)
• Temp to perm opportunity
• Sponsorship may be considered for the right candidate
• Teams interviews available immediately – as early as tomorrow

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