Mechanical Engineer

Scantec Personnel Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chemical industry is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to ensure the safe and efficient operation of mechanical systems. The role involves managing projects, providing technical support, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and experience in a COMAH site.

Qualifications

• Proven engineering and maintenance experience in a chemical, pharmaceutical, or petrochemical plant.
• Excellent knowledge of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee mechanical-biased projects from initiation to completion.
• Provide technical support and guidance on mechanical aspects of projects.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of mechanical systems within a top-tier COMAH chemical plant. This role involves managing mechanical-biased projects, providing technical support, participating in process safety initiatives, and carrying out engineering design, all while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Job Description (Key Accountabilities) Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee mechanical-biased projects from initiation to completion.
• Provide technical support and guidance on mechanical aspects of projects.
• Conduct engineering design for mechanical systems and components.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies, procedures, and methods.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Participate in Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOPs) to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support plant operations and improvement projects.
• Manage and oversee contractors and vendors for mechanical work.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance. Safety & Compliance:
• Participate in HAZOP sessions to assess potential hazards and operability issues.
• Ensure all mechanical work complies with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Management of PSSR, PUWER, LOLER, and PED inspection and installation programs.
• Participate in safety audits and risk assessments.
• Implement recommendations from HAZOP studies to improve safety and efficiency.
• Take ownership of escalated maintenance issues, carrying out trouble shooting and developing technical solutions to safety, process, and reliability issues.
• Feed into maintenance and shutdown planning.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies, procedures, and methods.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues promptly to minimise downtime.

Projects:

• Plan, execute, and manage mechanical-biased projects ensuring they meet safety, quality, and budgetary requirements.
• Provide technical expertise and support for mechanical-related projects.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure project deliverables are met on time.
• Manage and oversee contractors and vendors for mechanical project work.
• Carry out detailed engineering design for mechanical systems and components.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards and regulations.
• Develop and review technical drawings, specifications, and documentation.
• Implement best practices and innovative solutions to enhance plant performance.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Proven engineering and maintenance experience in a chemical, pharmaceutical, or petrochemical plant, particularly on a COMAH site.
• Excellent knowledge of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills