Mechanical Engineer

Scantec Personnel Limited; Eccles; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chemical sector seeks a Mechanical Engineer for a top-tier COMAH site. The role involves project management, maintenance support, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a strong background in engineering on COMAH-regulated sites.

Benefits

Strong safety culture

Investment in people and plant

Technically diverse role

Qualifications

• Strong background in engineering and maintenance on a COMAH-regulated site.
• Hands-on experience with compliance regimes and inspection programmes.
• Confident communicator with good problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver mechanical-biased projects from concept to completion.
• Manage compliance with regulations including PSSR, PUWER, LOLER, and PED.
• Participate in HAZOPs and safety audits.

Skills

Problem Solving

Mechanical Systems Understanding

Communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Are you a hands-on Mechanical Engineer with a background in chemical, pharmaceutical, or petrochemical manufacturing? Want to join a well-established COMAH site where safety, technical integrity, and continuous improvement are front and centre? If so, this could be just the role you’re looking for.

We’re looking for a confident and capable Mechanical Engineer to join a high-performing team within a top-tier COMAH chemical plant. This is a varied and impactful role involving everything from project management and design work to maintenance support and process safety.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Projects & Design

Plan and deliver mechanical-biased projects – from concept through to completion

Carry out detailed engineering design work and review technical drawings/specs

Ensure project delivery is on time, within budget, and meets site standards

Implement smart, innovative engineering solutions to boost plant performance

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Take ownership of escalated maintenance issues – identify root causes and fix problems quickly

Feed into shutdown planning and ongoing maintenance strategies

Maintain accurate records of activities and equipment performance

Safety & Compliance

Actively participate in HAZOPs and safety audits

Manage compliance with regulations including PSSR, PUWER, LOLER, and PED

Ensure all work meets health, safety, and environmental standards

Work closely with internal teams and external contractors to support site operations

Provide technical support and guidance to colleagues across the plant

What You’ll Bring:

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Strong background in engineering and maintenance on a COMAH-regulated site

Excellent understanding of mechanical systems and associated safety requirements

Hands-on experience with compliance regimes and inspection programmes

Confident communicator with good problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset

Why Join?

Join a respected site with a strong safety culture and significant investment in its people and plant.

Take on a technically diverse role with plenty of autonomy and scope for input

Work alongside a team of experienced engineers in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.