Mechanical Design Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support an oil & gas infrastructure project. This hybrid role offers an immediate start with long-term permanent potential. Responsibilities include producing mechanical designs, coordinating with CAD designers, and executing mechanical calculations. Qualified candidates must have proven experience in mechanical design and a strong understanding of 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 mechanical designs and specifications including PFDs, P&IDs, and detail drawings.
• Coordinate with CAD designers for complete design packages.
• Perform mechanical calculations for pipe and pump sizing and pressure drop analysis.

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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