Package Lead - Rotating Equipment

Highview Power; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in Glasgow is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to deliver vital mechanical technology packages for the Hunterston project. This role requires strong CAD skills, effective communication, and a commitment to sustainability. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in mechanical engineering and a genuine interest in renewable energy. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary & discretionary bonus

Private Medical Insurance

25 days annual leave

Cycle to work loan

Income Protection

Learning & Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 - 5 years’ experience in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Experience in energy or energy storage industry is an advantage.
• Genuine interest in sustainability and renewable energy.

Responsibilities

• Lead on design and delivery of mechanical technology packages.
• Ensure effective communication between suppliers and project team.
• Review vendor technical proposals for compliance and improvements.
• Participate in safety audits and risk assessments.

Skills

CAD modelling experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Integrity and diplomacy

Education

MEng Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BricsCAD

Job description

Our Story

Highview Power are a growing global organisation who are leading the way towards a cleaner, more efficient, and secure energy future.

We are built to become a world leader in smarter long duration energy storage, enabling nations, regions, cities, and corporations to achieve net zero.

We know our employees are the key to our success and we are committed to creating a positive, inspiring, and inclusive working environment where you will play a vital part in driving change and helping to achieve the global ambition of becoming net zero.

About the role & team

As a member of the Hunterston Project team, you will primarily be responsible for delivering a fully integrated package or packages of equipment to meet the project requirements (spec, quality, cost, schedule etc). The ideal candidate will be a logical thinker with the capability to quickly analyse a problem and deliver a practical solution.

They will have the ability to pick up new concepts rapidly and work both independently and collaboratively.

The Package lead will be responsible for integrating and delivering the Integration of the Rotating equipment Mechanical Technology packages (Generator, Flywheel, Turbine, Compressors), reporting to the project engineering manager, and working as part of a geographically spread and diverse team. This role will also interact with multiple contractors, requiring a great degree of self and time management. Interfaces with appropriate personnel on the project team.

This is an integral role that will help Highview Power to successfully deliver the Hunterston project, with involvement on future projects for the overall programme of projects to follow. The successful candidate will have the ability to work as part of a team, communicate effectively and prioritise their workload efficiently, which will be crucial to succeeding in this role.

How you will make an impact

A key project team member to deliver the critical equipment safely, on time, on budget and to the required quality standards:

• Lead on the design and delivery of the mechanical technology packages as an input to deliver the full Hunterston facilities scope, identifying gaps and work to close them. Manage the suppliers to ensure that delivery is in line with project requirements.
• Working with the project Interface Manager, manage key interfaces for Hunterston project between various parties and ensure effective and consistent communication take place between suppliers and that required input is provided in a timely manner.
• Review of vendor technical proposals to ensure they are appropriate and comply with our requirements. Identify areas for improvements, cost reductions, increases in efficiency etc.
• Work Closely With Project Services to ensure that related cost and schedule are adhered to
• Work with PSCM on managing contractor performance and developing KPI'S for the area of responsibility.
• Manage any change of scope, address design, contractor scope, cost and schedule issues early and in a fully documented way.
• Work with Quality Assurance Manager to develop and drive Quality Management Process for Carrington, ensuring contractor compliance and acceptance of products and services supplied.
• Identify and manage related risks to the scope of work.
• Participate in (and provide assurance) safety audits, design reviews, subcontractor's performance assessment, site readiness reviews, safety risk assessments, HAZIDs and HAZOPs as practically possible and ensure that all actions are registered and closed and signed off.
• Complete and hand over the mechanically complete and pre-commissioned delivery scope to commissioning /Operations confirming its suitability for commissioning and entry into service, together with clear definition of operating limits and guidance on inspection, maintenance and repair.
• Maintain an open dialogue with the Ops team
• Manage the delivery of O&M documentation

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of what the general responsibilities will be, and that the job description may be subject to changes according to the requirements of the organisation. You will be expected to complete all tasks within the level of your skill and ability.

To be successful in the role

Essential Requirements

• MEng Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 3 - 5 years’ experience.
• CAD modelling experience (AutoCAD/BricsCAD)
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel & Word).
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Sound report writing skills and ability to prepare, comprehend and communicate engineering and technological documents.
• Have good attention to detail
• Questioning nature, not afraid to ask questions.
• High level of integrity and diplomacy.
• A highly motivated, reliable and responsible individual.
• Genuine interest in the environment, sustainability and renewable energy.

Desirable Requirements

• 3D plant CAD modelling experience (CADWorx, PDMS)
• Experience working on projects relating to energy or energy storage industry an advantage.
• Experience in power, industrial gases, oil & gas or other process industry an advantage.
• Experience in static and rotating equipment an advantage.
• Experience in HSE reviews, such as HAZID and HAZOP an advantage.
• Field experience on construction or operational site an advantage.

Benefits

• The chance to make a difference!
• Competitive salary & discretionary bonus
• Discretionary annual salary review
• Private Medical Insurance
• 25 days annual leave
• Auto enrolment in pension following 3 month’s service
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle to work loan
• Income Protection
• Benefits HUB – discount portal
• Group Life Insurance
• Learning & Development opportunities