Mechanical Project Engineer

DATS Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days holidays

Hybrid 2 days in office / 3 days WFH

8% pension contribution

Vitality scheme

Yearly Bonus scheme (20% Max)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

DATS Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer for a Central London-based, hybrid role on a major 18-month project. The position requires coordinating across disciplines, suppliers, and internal teams to deliver complex mechanical equipment packages.

The candidate should have ~5 years in similar roles, with offshore/marine sector experience and strong drawing interpretation, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Around 5 years in a Project Engineer/Mechanical Project Engineer role.
• Experience delivering complex mechanical packages in offshore/marine/energy sectors.
• Strong coordination and project execution experience.
• Package management and interface management capability.
• Knowledge of offshore/marine classification standards (ABS, DNV).
• Familiarity with piping and engineering standards (API, NORSOK).
• Understanding of rotating equipment and review of drawings.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of a major swivel package project.
• Coordinate activities across disciplines, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Manage interfaces to fit project scope.
• Review 2D/3D drawings and technical docs.
• Liaise with vendors through project lifecycle.
• Attend KOM, FAT and design reviews with suppliers.
• Monitor deliverables, schedules and compliance.
• Assist technical decision-making and issue resolution.
• Ensure compliance with standards and project specs.
• Collaborate with PM, procurement, QA and manufacturing.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Reading drawings

Offshore/marine experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ABS

DNV

API

NORSOK

Job description

Mechanical Project Engineer

Location: Central London (Hybrid Working)

Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Working Pattern: Hybrid rota in effect. Flexibility will be required but generally a 2 days office-based, 3 days remote rota applies

Salary: Negotiable to level of experience.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to join our client's growing project team in Central London. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of a major project with an anticipated duration of approximately 18 months.

Mechanical Project Engineer - Key Responsibilities

• Support the successful execution and delivery of a major Swivel package project.
• Coordinate engineering activities across internal disciplines, suppliers, and external stakeholders.
• Manage package interfaces to ensure seamless integration with the wider project scope.
• Review and interpret technical documentation, including 2D and 3D engineering drawings.
• Liaise directly with vendors and suppliers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Attend supplier facilities for:
  • Kick-Off Meetings (KOM)
  • Pre-Production Meetings
  • Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)
  • Design reviews and progress meetings
• Monitor engineering deliverables, schedules, and technical compliance requirements.
• Support technical decision-making and resolve engineering issues throughout project execution.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, class rules, and project specifications.
• Collaborate closely with project management, procurement, quality, and manufacturing teams.

Mechanical Project Engineer - Skills & Experience Required

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related Engineering discipline.
• Approximately 5 years' experience in a Project Engineer or Mechanical Project Engineer role.
• Experience delivering complex mechanical equipment packages within the offshore, marine, energy, or oil & gas sectors.
• Strong engineering coordination and project execution experience.
• Proven package management and interface management capability.
• Working knowledge of offshore and marine classification standards, including:
  • ABS
  • DNV
• Familiarity with relevant piping and engineering standards, including:
  • API
  • NORSOK
• Good understanding of rotating equipment and associated systems.
• Ability to interpret and review engineering drawings, models, and technical documentation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel to supplier locations as required.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working on offshore engineering projects.
• Previous involvement in swivel systems, subsea equipment, or other large rotating mechanical assemblies.
• Exposure to EPC, EPCM, or major capital project environments.
• Experience managing suppliers and manufacturing interfaces.

What's on Offer

• Permanent position with a flexible hybrid working arrangement.
• Opportunity to join a high-profile engineering project from its early stages.
• Exposure to complex mechanical equipment and international suppliers.
• Collaborative and technically challenging environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

• 25 Days holidays
• Hybrid 2 days in the office / 3 days WFH
• 8% pension contribution
• Vitality scheme
• Yearly Bonus scheme (20% Max)
• Cycle to Work Scheme