Resident Mechanical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure development seeks a Resident Engineer to oversee a Subsea Cable Factory Project in Scotland. The role demands coordination among contractors and stakeholders, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while managing documentation and communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in relevant discipline.
• Field experience in large-scale infrastructure or electrical projects required.
• PE license or CEng status preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction and maintenance of infrastructure for Subsea Cable Factory Project.
• Ensure adherence to project plans, specifications, and quality standards.
• Conduct inspections and quality checks.

Skills

Project Management

Site Supervision

Problem Solving

Communication

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Master’s Degree in relevant fields

Tools

Site Supervision Software

Job description

Roles: Resident Engineer in Mechanical, Electrical Disciplines.

Location: Port of Nigg, Scotland

Reporting to: Engineering Manager

As a Resident Engineer, you will oversee the construction and maintenance of civil, mechanical, or electrical infrastructure and structural elements of a Subsea Cable Factory Project in the Port of Nigg.

You will act as the main contact between contractors, stakeholders, and engineering teams, ensuring construction complies with design, safety, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Construction Oversight: Ensure adherence to project plans, specifications, and quality standards.
2. Quality Assurance: Conduct inspections and quality checks, address deviations or deficiencies.
3. Documentation and Reporting: Keep accurate records and communicate project status to stakeholders.
4. Technical Support: Offer expertise and guidance to construction teams, resolve engineering issues.
5. Stakeholder Communication: Liaise with clients, consultants, regulators, and community representatives.
6. Change Management: Manage scope, schedule, and budget changes, evaluate impacts, and facilitate decisions.
7. Team Communication: Maintain continuous detailed communication with the design team.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering; a Master’s Degree is advantageous.
• Recognition from accredited programs is preferred.

Professional Licensing and Certification:

• PE license or CEng status preferred.
• Safety Certifications like OSHA or NEBOSH are desirable.

Experience:

• Minimum 5-10 years in the relevant discipline, with strong site supervision and project management background.
• Field experience in large-scale infrastructure, manufacturing, or electrical projects.
• Proven skills in quality assurance, inspection, and compliance with codes.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of project management and site supervision software.
• Familiarity with relevant codes (Eurocode, ASME, IEC).
• Structural analysis, HVAC, plumbing, or power systems expertise depending on discipline.
• Leadership, communication, problem-solving, and attention to detail skills.