Resident Mechanical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Resident Engineer for a Subsea Cable Factory Project in Scotland. The role involves overseeing construction and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards while acting as the main point of contact among stakeholders. Candidates should have a degree in engineering, relevant licenses, and substantial experience in site management and quality assurance.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in relevant engineering discipline with site supervision experience.
• PE license or CEng status preferred along with safety certifications (OSHA/NEBOSH).
• Field experience with large-scale infrastructure projects is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, and quality standards.
• Conduct inspections and quality control checks.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

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

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Site management 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 be responsible for overseeing 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 serve as the primary point of contact between contractors, project stakeholders, and engineering teams, ensuring that construction activities adhere to design specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Construction Oversight: Ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, and quality standards.
2. Quality Assurance: Conduct inspections and quality control checks, identify deviations, and address deficiencies.
3. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records, progress reports, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
4. Technical Support: Provide guidance to construction teams, resolve engineering issues, and interpret design specs.
5. Stakeholder Communication: Liaise with clients, consultants, regulatory agencies, and community representatives.
6. Change Management: Manage scope, schedule, and budget changes, evaluate impacts, and facilitate decisions.
7. Team Communication: Maintain detailed communication with the design team.

Educational Requirements:

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

Professional Licensing and Certification:

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

Experience:

• 5-10 years in relevant engineering discipline, with site supervision and project management experience.
• Field experience with large-scale infrastructure, manufacturing, or electrical projects.
• Proven expertise in quality assurance, inspection, and compliance.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of site management software.
• Familiarity with relevant codes (Eurocode, ASME, IEC).
• Structural analysis/design skills or HVAC/Power Systems knowledge depending on discipline.
• Leadership, communication, problem-solving, and attention to detail.