Mechanical Engineer

MTrec Ltd Technical; Cramlington; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary growth potential

Hybrid working after ramp-up

Job summary

MTrec Ltd Technical is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to develop retrofit and upgrade solutions for existing equipment. You will translate customer requirements and site conditions into integrated, safe designs and coordinate across project teams on site.

You will contribute to FEED studies, safety reviews and documentation, while ensuring compliance with CDM regulations. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor and 3D modelling is essential; travel to customer and project sites is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent; HNC accepted.
• Experience delivering retrofit/upgrade projects in greenfield/brownfield environments.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Inventor and 3D modelling.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical solutions for retrofit, modification and upgrade of existing equipment.
• Translate customer requirements and site conditions into safe, manufacturable designs.
• Coordinate mechanical interfaces across Business Units and site teams.
• Contribute to FEED studies, safety reviews and CDM compliance.
• Assist in proposal phase with technical input and continuous improvement.

Skills

Site coordination

Cross-discipline liaison

Problem solving

Communication

Travel adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

HNC or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

3D modelling

Job description

The Company

Our client is at the forefront of the engineering sector. Sustained growth is the reason they have a new requirement for a Mechanical Engineer.

The Role

• As a Mechanical Engineer you develop mechanical solutions for the retrofit, modification and upgrade of existing engineering and ancillary equipment.
• You will work from customer requirements, site conditions and 3D laser scan data to develop integrated designs, layouts and installation solutions that are safe, practical and fit for purpose.
• A key part of your role is connecting engineering with what happens on site.
• You will support equipment condition assessments, develop dismantling and installation methodologies and coordinate mechanical interfaces across different Business Units and existing equipment.
• Working closely with project and site teams, you help resolve technical challenges and ensure designs can be manufactured, transported and installed effectively.
• You will also contribute to FEED studies, technical documentation, safety reviews and customer discussions, while ensuring compliance with applicable safety requirements, CDM regulations and n quality standards.
• Alongside project execution, you provide technical input during the proposal phase and contribute to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the engineering team.

The Person

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred, with HNC as a minimum.
• Relevant experience within greenfield and brownfield technical or project-driven environments.
• Experience delivering retrofit, upgrade or other turnkey engineering projects.
• Experience developing equipment dismantling and installation methodologies.
• Practical understanding of site execution, temporary works and lifting requirements, including crane and lifting studies for restricted site environments.
• Experience coordinating different engineering disciplines and site teams within complex project environments;.
• Experience with fabrication inspections and FAT testing is desirable but not essential.
• Strong mechanical engineering knowledge with a practical and solution-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor and 3D modelling.
• Strong understanding of CDM requirements and site safety compliance.
• Experience with FEED studies and integration across multiple engineering disciplines or Business Units.
• Ability to translate site and customer requirements into safe, manufacturable and executable solutions.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, with the confidence to advise colleagues and external stakeholders on technical matters.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced project environment and manage multiple technical interfaces.
• Willingness to travel to customer and project sites as required.

The Benefits

• You will be working for a well-established growing employer.
• An excellent salary.
• A good pension scheme.
• Annual company bonus.
• The company are fully compliant with the latest health and safety requirements for current safe working practices.
• Hybrid working once up to speed