Senior Mechanical Engineer

Pin Point Recruitment; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ annual leave + public bankhol

Job summary

Pin Point Recruitment are recruiting an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a well-established chemical manufacturing organisation at its West Thurrock site. You will lead mechanical engineering activities across the site and provide technical expertise on piping, pressure vessels, rotating equipment, heat exchangers, boilers and air compressors.

The role requires senior experience in Chemical, Oil & Gas or a similar Upper Tier COMAH environment, with knowledge of mechanical

Qualifications

• Senior experience in chemical, oil & gas or Upper Tier COMAH environments.
• Experience delivering multimillion-pound capital projects.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering activities across the West Thurrock site.
• Provide technical expertise on piping, vessels, pumps and other equipment.
• Support design, installation and commissioning of new equipment and projects.
• Work with maintenance and inspection teams to improve reliability and performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and regulatory standards.

Skills

Senior mechanical engineering

Piping & pressure vessels

Rotating equipment

Mechanical integrity & reliability

Capital projects management

Team leadership

Health & safety focus

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Chartered Engineer status advantageous

Job description

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 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 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.