Senior Mechanical Engineer

Eleven; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to spearhead innovative projects across the North West of England. This role involves leading and managing both large and smaller projects, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, and collaborating with diverse teams to meet client expectations. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, excellent leadership skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join a dynamic consultancy that values expertise and offers a supportive environment for professional growth, where your contributions will drive impactful projects in various sectors, including hydrogen and biotech.

Benefits

Employer pension contributions

Health and medical care

Tax-free bonus

Performance-related bonus

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday plus holiday purchase scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in engineering and contracting for various project sizes.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple projects while ensuring safety and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with teams to meet design, cost, and quality goals.

Skills

Technical knowledge application

Project management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Independent working

Education

Engineering degree

Chartered Membership of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers

Job description

I am working with a fantastic engineering consultancy who are looking to recruit a senior Mechanical Engineer to lead and develop new and existing projects throughout the North West of England.

Role Overview:

1. Lead and manage large or multiple smaller projects (both new and existing sites).
2. Ensure safety, health, and environmental (HSE) standards, as well as client satisfaction.
3. Collaborate with different teams to ensure designs and constructions meet time, cost, and quality goals.
4. Handle all mechanical aspects, including machinery, vessels, and packages. This includes writing technical specs, reviewing vendor quotes, designing, surveying sites, and estimating costs.
5. Ensure all work complies with contract requirements.
6. Involve in project phases like Concept, FEED, EPC, and offer consultancy and proposal support.

Required Skills & Experience:

1. Strong practical application of technical knowledge.
2. Extensive experience in engineering and contracting for both large and small projects.
3. Confident working independently or in a team.
4. Experience leading teams of engineers and designers.
5. Engineering degree and Chartered Membership of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers.
6. Strong communication and presentation skills, with frequent client and partner interaction.

Desirable Skills:

1. Hands–on experience in fabrication, construction, or commissioning.
2. Experience in Process Plants, Hydrogen, Chemicals, Biotech, and Emerging sectors.
3. Design Management experience.

Salary & Benefits:

1. Employer pension contributions.
2. Health and medical care.
3. Tax–free bonus.
4. Performance–related bonus.
5. Flexible working hours.
6. 25 days holiday, plus a holiday purchase scheme.