Mechanical Engineer

JN Bentley; Poole; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

JN Bentley is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead the delivery of mechanical installations on process plants across the South West region. You will integrate design, construction and commissioning, ensuring QA/QC culture and accurate As-Constructed documentation.

You’ll contribute to safety and outage planning and collaborate with subcontractors on site. The role requires a mechanical engineering qualification (HNC/degree) and CSCS, with progression toward professional registration.

Qualifications

• CSCS card and mechanical engineering qualification.
• Working towards professional registration with an appropriate body.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical installations on process plants, integrating design, construction and commissioning.
• Contribute to safety procedures, and manage outage planning and subcontractor oversight.
• Lead QA through ITPs and documentation, ensuring As Constructed status.
• Commission mechanical plant and manage performance testing.
• Support and develop Mechanical Engineers within the team.

Skills

CSCS

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Driving licence

Willingness to travel

Education

HNC / Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional registration in progress

Job description

MMB has been named a capital delivery partner on two multi-million-pound 'lots' that will see the company deliver projects across the region through to 2030 - with the potential for a five-year extension into AMP9 thereafter.

Wessex Water serves 2.9 million customers with water and sewerage services across the southwest of England. Set for record investment in AMP8 - more than double that of AMP7 - MMB will bring its strong track record of innovation and direct-delivery to drive a programme of work to improve water and wastewater treatment, water and wastewater networks, storm overflows, flooding resilience, and bioresources.

With sites located across the South of the region including; Poole, Dorset and Bournemouth.

Engineering is at the very core of what we do. Be it civil, mechanical or electrical, our engineers are based on site and play a practical, hands-on role in the successful delivery of projects.

As a Mechanical Engineer you'll work on projects that make a real difference to our environment and our communities - from improving flood defences, to upgrading water treatment works and providing nature-based solutions that improve biodiversity.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping the mechanical functions throughout the lifecycle of various projects. From concept design to commissioning, you will ensure that all mechanical aspects are meticulously considered and integrated.

The Role Of a Mechanical Engineer Includes

• Deliver mechanical installations on process plants, integrating design, construction and commissioning, and supporting pre-construction activities including design input, QA, procurement and commercial support
• Contribute to framework and project safety procedures, and manage construction-phase activities such as outage planning, subcontractor oversight, programme management and mechanical/process safety
• Lead Quality Assurance through ITPs, acceptance documents, training materials, completion documentation and defect management, driving a strong QA/QC culture
• Commission mechanical plant, manage performance testing, and ensure projects are delivered to "As Constructed" status with accurate completion documentation
• Support and develop Mechanical Engineers within the team

What You'll Need

• CSCS
• HNC / Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• Working towards professional registration with an appropriate body
• Understand civil engineering principles and MEICA construction
• Understanding of relevant British & International Standards with a good knowledge of Client and WIMES standards
• Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders
• A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational region

What Would Be Desirable

• Experience working with pumps, pipework, valves, screens, scrapers, mixers, blowers would be beneficial
• May suit persons with a previous background in mechanical quality assurance, a supervisory role in mechanical process installation or technical role at a process plant supplier.

What's In It For You

Alongside our significant training and development investment, bespoke progression plan and support to achieve professional chartership, we offer a wide range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits that you can tailor to your needs. To view our full range of benefits, please see the Bentley benefits brochure attached.