Mechanical Engineer Specialist

Smart Recruitment Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer Specialist to support a major Energy Recovery Facility in Cornwall. This fixed-term role offers a rate of £850 per day for a contract lasting six months. Key responsibilities include mechanical support on industrial boilers and pressure systems, pressure part welding, and ensuring safety and compliance. Experience in EfW, power generation, or heavy process plants is essential, and immediate availability is required.

Benefits

Competitive rate of £850 per day

Choice of 5 or 6 days per week

High-profile infrastructure project

Qualifications

• Experience with pressure part welding and industrial boilers.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Ability to start immediately.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical support on industrial boilers and pressure systems.
• Contribute to plant performance, safety, and compliance.
• Work within environmental and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Industrial boiler experience

Pressure part welding

Health and safety compliance

Education

Degree in engineering or management

Job description

Mechanical Engineer Specialist- Energy Recovery (Inside IR35)

Location: Cornwall
Contract: Fixed Term - 6 Months
Rate: £850 per day
Hours:5-out-of-7 or 6-out-of-7 days (rostered in advance)
Start: Immediate

Smart Recruitment are looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer Specialistto support a major Energy Recovery Facility in Cornwall. This contract role is ideal for a hands-on specialist with strong experience in industrial boilers, pressure part welding, and heavy mechanical plant environments.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical support on industrial boilers and pressure systems
Pressure part welding and associated lifting activities
Supporting plant performance, safety, and compliance
Working within environmental and regulatory requirements
Contributing to project delivery within a live operational facility
Essential Experience

Industrial boiler and pressure part welding experience
Background in EfW, power generation, biomass, or heavy process plants
Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental legislation
Project-based mechanical experience
Ability to start immediately
Desirable

Degree or higher qualification in engineering or management
Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership
What's on Offer

£850 per day (Inside IR35)
Choice of 5 or 6 days per week (rostered)
6-month contract with immediate start
High-profile, long-term infrastructure project
Apply now with your CV and relevant certifications. Early applications are advised as the role may close once sufficient candidates have been identified