Mechanical Design Engineer – Piping / Stress

Progressive Recruitment; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Pipe Design Engineer for a 3-month contract in Stoke-on-Trent. The role involves designing piping systems for chemical, oil, and gas sectors, with hybrid work (3 days on-site, 2 days remote). The contractor should have proficiency in Caesar software, knowledge of stress analysis, and immediate availability. Competitive rate of £52 per hour offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in pipe design engineering within chemical, oil, and gas sectors.
• Strong knowledge of stress analysis and structural engineering principles.
• Immediate availability for a 3-month contract.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop piping systems for chemical, oil, and gas applications.
• Perform stress analysis and ensure compliance with structural integrity standards.
• Collaborate with structural engineering teams on piping solutions.

Skills

Pipe design engineering experience

Stress analysis knowledge

Caesar software proficiency

Ability to work independently

Tools

Caesar software

Job description

Job Title: Pipe Design Engineer

Location: Stoke-on-Trent (Hybrid - 3 days on-site, 2 days remote)

Start Date: Immediate

Contract: 3-month contract, Outside IR35

Rate: £52 per hour

Hours: 8 hours per day, 5 days per week

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop piping systems for chemical, oil, and gas end-client applications.
• Perform stress analysis and ensure compliance with structural integrity standards.
• Utilise Caesar software for pipe design and analysis.
• Collaborate with structural engineering teams to integrate piping solutions.
• Conduct hybrid work (on-site and remote) to meet project deadlines and quality standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience in pipe design engineering within chemical, oil, and gas sectors.
• Strong knowledge of stress analysis and structural engineering principles.
• Proficiency in Caesar software.
• Ability to work independently and deliver under tight timelines.
• Immediate availability for a 3-month contract.

Additional Information

Hybrid working model: 3 days on-site in Stoke, 2 days remote.

Outside IR35 engagement.

Competitive hourly rate: £52/hour.

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