Senior Mechanical Engineer

West Thurrock; South Ockendon; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

On-site site West Thurrock

Job summary

West Thurrock is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical engineering for a major chemical manufacturing site. You will oversee piping, vessels and rotating equipment, driving reliability and performance improvements across the plant.

The role requires experience in COMAH or similar high-hazard environments, capital-project delivery, and strong cross-functional collaboration with maintenance and operations. On-site, Monday–Friday, with 25 days leave and holidays.

Qualifications

• Senior mechanical engineer with experience in chemical manufacturing or similar high-hazard environments.
• Proven ability to lead mechanical integrity, reliability engineering and large capital projects.
• Experience in delivering multimillion-pound projects and working with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering for the site, covering piping, vessels, pumps and heat exchangers.
• Support design, installation and commissioning of new equipment and projects.
• Drive plant reliability, energy efficiency and maintenance best practices.

Skills

Senior level

Mechanical engineering

COMAH experience

Capital projects

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Rotating equipment

Piping systems

Job description

activities across the West Thurrock site and provide support across the wider UK group. Provide technical expertise across mechanical equipment, piping and plant modifications. Support the design, installation and commissioning of new equipment and engineering projects. Work closely with maintenance and inspection teams to improve plant reliability and equipment performance. Develop and improve mechanical engineering standards, specifications and procedures. Troubleshoot complex mechanical issues and provide technical solutions to production and maintenance teams. Support capital projects from initial scoping through to delivery, including contractor management. Carry out risk assessments, root cause analysis and reliability studies. Participate in MOCs, HAZOPs and other safety studies. Ensure engineering activities meet health, safety, environmental and regulatory requirements. Drive continuous improvement and improvements in plant performance and energy efficiency.

About You Proven senior

Senior Mechanical Engineer £75,000 £80,000 per annum Monday to Friday 9:00am 5:00pm 25 days annual leave + public bank holidays Based on site at West Thurrock Pin Point Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a well-established chemical manufacturing organisation at its West Thurrock site. This is a key engineering position, acting as the group focal point for mechanical engineering and supporting the safe, reliable and efficient operation of plant and equipment. The role will cover a broad range of mechanical equipment, including pipework, pressure vessels, rotating equipment, heat exchangers, boilers and air compressors . The successful candidate will ideally have senior mechanical engineering experience within Chemical, Oil & Gas or a similar Upper Tier COMAH environment , together with experience of mechanical integrity, reliability engineering and delivering large-scale capital projects. The Role Lead mechanical engineering, mechanical engineering experience within Chemical, Oil & Gas or a similar Upper Tier COMAH environment . Strong knowledge of rotating equipment, pressure vessels, pumps, heat exchangers, piping systems and utilities . Experience with mechanical integrity, reliability engineering and maintenance best practice. Experience delivering multimillion-pound capital engineering projects . A Mechanical Engineering degree Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership would be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, communication and project management skills. The ability to influence and work effectively with multidisciplinary teams. A strong commitment to health, safety and environmental standards. If you're an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer looking for a technically challenging role with a leading industrial organisation, we'd be keen to hear from you.