Mechanical Engineer

Aprirose Real Estate Investment; Redhill; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in fuel storage in the UK seeks a Mechanical Engineer. The role involves ensuring compliance with engineering standards, managing mechanical systems, and requires travel across North West Europe. Applicants should have a background in tank and valve design and be CEng certified, ideal for those passionate about safety and engineering excellence. This flexible position offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in piping, tanks, and valves.
• Knowledge of DSEAR, PED, PUWER, and CDM.
• Must be Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Responsibilities

• Lead on mechanical scope including valves and pumps.
• Ensure designs comply with various engineering standards.
• Manage specification and maintenance of tanks and vessels.
• Conduct inspections and support asset integrity.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering degree or project experience

Background in tank, piping, and valve specification

Certified in COMAH-regulated environments

Excellent report writing and communication

Full UK driving licence

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Mechanical Engineer - Flexible Location ( Travel Required)

This is an exciting opportunity to join a global leader in fuel storage and distribution that's committed to driving a sustainable, green energy future. You'll join a people-focused business that values inclusion, development, and innovation.

Role Overview

We're seeking a Mechanical Engineer with strong experience in piping, tanks, valves, and rotating equipment, ideally within COMAH-regulated environments. You'll act as the technical authority for mechanical systems, ensuring design integrity, regulatory compliance, and equipment optimisation across terminals and pipeline infrastructure. This is a flexible role with regular travel across North West Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on mechanical scope (valves, piping, pumps, rotating machinery).
• Ensure engineering design complies with API, EN, EEMUA, ASME standards.
• Manage spec/design/maintenance of tanks, vessels, pumps, jetty systems, and boilers.
• Participate in HAZOPs, HAZIDs, and FMEAs.
• Apply and manage MOC processes across sites.
• Conduct inspections, troubleshooting, and commissioning of equipment.
• Support asset integrity across ageing infrastructure.
• Provide technical assurance for safety-critical tasks in COMAH sites.
• Participate in the Operational Duty Manager rota.
  
  

Key Skills & Experience

• Mechanical Engineering degree or extensive project experience.
• Strong background in tank, piping, and valve specification and design.
• Certified in COMAH-regulated, high-hazard environments.
• Knowledge of DSEAR (ATEX), PED, PUWER, Machinery Directive, CDM.
• Must be CEng
• Excellent report writing, communication, and stakeholder management.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.
  
  

This role is ideal for someone with technical depth, a proactive mindset, and a passion for engineering excellence in a safety-critical, future-focused environment.

ACS are recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Mechanical Engineer submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Mechanical Engineer. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Mechanical Engineer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Mechanical Engineerrole you desire.

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