Mechanical & Process Design Engineer (outside of IR35)

NES Fircroft; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing provider is seeking a Mechanical & Process Design Engineer for a hybrid role in Stonehouse. The role involves designing market-leading chemical analysis panel systems for the power and water sectors. Responsibilities include creating detailed designs, specifications, and technical documentation while adhering to corporate standards. Ideal candidates will have process design expertise and experience with relevant software tools.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to deliver P&IDs and process system designs.
• Experience working within controlled engineering change processes.

Responsibilities

• Design of bespoke instrument and piping arrangements for chemical measurement.
• Generation of process GAs, piping isometrics, and component specifications.
• Delivery of technical product documentation including mechanical drawings.

Skills

Process design expertise

Attention to detail

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD Plant3D

AutoCAD P&ID

Windchill PLM

SAP

Job description

Role:- Mechanical & Process Design Engineer (outside of IR35)
Based:- Stonehouse, Glos. GL10 (hybrid role)
Rate:- Negotiable
Duration:- 6 months +

Design of market leading chemical analysis panel systems for power and water markets. Working in a dynamic multi-disciplinary R&D department consisting of technicians, engineers and scientists working on design maintenance projects.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Design of panel systems consisting of bespoke instrument and piping arrangements for the measurement of water and other chemicals in the power industry.
2. Generation of process GAs, piping isometrics, P&IDs, component specifications, etc., for bespoke and standard panel-mounted process solutions.
3. Generation of structured BoMs and configuration drawings for configurable products with multiple variants/options.
4. Process design review and optimisation.
5. Unambiguous specification of manufactured and proprietary parts and assemblies.
6. Delivery of technical product documentation including mechanical drawings to BS 8888 standards.
7. Participation in Design Failure Mode and Effects Analyses.
8. Design validation testing.
9. Continuous improvement of personal and company processes.

Adhering to corporate values and standards including health and safety, ethics, and integrity.

• Cost-effective and clear design specifications.
• Attention to detail and a passion for first-time right execution.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Process design expertise.
• Proven ability to deliver P&IDs and process system designs.
• Experience working within controlled engineering change processes and using PDM/PLM software.

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Experience in process control and instrumentation selection.
• Instrumentation design experience.
• Practical experience with SolidWorks, Windchill PLM, and SAP.
• Practical experience with AutoCAD Plant3D, AutoCAD P&ID, SMAP or similar.
• Experience with HAZOPs and cause-and-effect analyses.
• Knowledge of process design standards like ASME B31.3, ISO13480.

With over 90 years of combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider across sectors including Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining, and Manufacturing. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise needed, wherever and whenever required. We support contractors beyond traditional recruitment, assisting with visas, work permits, benefits, and accommodation to ensure safety and compliance.