Mechanical Engineer — Retrofit & Upgrade Projects

Jackie Kerr Recruitment - Engineering and Manufacturing; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging projects

Autonomy

International project exposure

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Jackie Kerr Recruitment - Engineering and Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a growing team in Cramlington. This hands-on role focuses on developing mechanical solutions for retrofit and upgrade projects from customer requirements and site data.

The ideal candidate will have an HNC in Mechanical Engineering (degree preferred), 3+ years' experience, practical lifting and crane planning knowledge, and proficiency in AutoCAD/Inventor and 3D modelling.

Qualifications

• HNC or higher in Mechanical Engineering; degree preferred.
• 3+ years of mechanical engineering experience in technical, project-driven environments.
• Experience with retrofit, upgrade or turnkey projects and lifting planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical solutions for retrofit, modification and upgrade projects.
• Use customer requirements, site conditions and 3D laser scan data to design layouts.
• Develop dismantling and installation methodologies for equipment.
• Plan site workscope requirements including cranes and temporary works.
• Support crane and lifting studies in challenging site environments.
• Carry out equipment condition assessments and support site execution.
• Coordinate mechanical interfaces between existing and new installations.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Operations, Sales, Engineering and Site Teams.
• Ensure designs are practical to manufacture, transport and install.
• Support FEED studies, technical documentation and safety reviews.
• Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and quality standards.
• Provide technical input during proposals and project stages.
• Liaise with customers, fabricators and external stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

Skills

AutoCAD

Inventor

3D Modelling

CDM Knowledge

FEED Experience

FAT Experience

Lifting Planning

Crane Planning

Site Logistics

Project Coordination

Retrofit Projects

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

3D Modelling Software

Job description

Jackie Kerr Recruitment - Engineering and Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a growing team in Cramlington. This hands-on role focuses on developing mechanical solutions for retrofit and upgrade projects from customer requirements and site data.

The ideal candidate will have an HNC in Mechanical Engineering (degree preferred), 3+ years' experience, practical lifting and crane planning knowledge, and proficiency in AutoCAD/Inventor and 3D modelling.