Mechanical Engineer

E3recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to enhance their operations at a leading chemical manufacturing site. This role involves developing maintenance standards, managing projects, and providing leadership to junior team members. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with regulations while improving plant efficiency and safety. With a competitive salary and an impressive benefits package, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. If you're ready to take on new challenges and lead a dedicated team, this position is tailored for you.

Benefits

Employer pension contribution

Free on-site parking

Company part-subsidised private healthcare

Excellent holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical engineering and maintenance operations.
• Ability to manage projects and lead a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor maintenance standards for compliance.
• Manage modifications and design packages for plant systems.
• Train and mentor junior engineers to enhance their skills.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

Problem Solving

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Plant Equipment

Job description

Mechanical Engineer to join a leading upper-tier COMAH Chemical Manufacturer based on one of their sites in the West Yorkshire area, on a permanent basis, for a salary of between £60,000 – £70,000 per annum (experience dependant). This competitive salary is supported by a fantastic benefits package that is inclusive of a double figure employer pension contribution, free on-site parking, company part-subsidised private healthcare, excellent holiday allowance and more. Within this Mechanical Engineer role you will be site based 5 days a week, working standard days.

The Mechanical Engineer will have responsibility to investigate, plan, organise programs of technical work to maintain and improve maintenance and plant operations, and deliver minor projects in line with Business requirements.

Responsibilities of the Mechanical Engineer:

• Develop, define and monitor maintenance standards to ensure compliance with existing, new and future codes and regulations.
• Prepare specification and scopes of work in order to purchase, overhaul and modify plant equipment.
• Train and validate others to develop them in relevant competence and skills.
• Investigate, report and recommend solutions for specific plant problems to improve safety, reliability, efficiencies and costs.
• Act as the most senior Engineer on site – management, leadership, coaching and mentoring of 2 more junior members of the team.
• Manage modifications, design packages and projects with particular responsibility for capturing changes to plant systems and records to ensure long-term sustainability of the Asset.

Please apply direct for further information regarding this Mechanical Engineer position.