Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

Mech Electrics Limited; North Shields; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering firm in North Shields is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead a major new project from start to finish. You will manage all mechanical works, ensuring compliance with UK regulations and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong track record in delivering high-value MEP projects. Excellent salary package and travel options offered.

Benefits

Excellent salary and package

Travel and lodge provided for distant candidates

Opportunity to shape the role

Qualifications

• Strong track record of delivering MEP projects, ideally over £8M in value.
• Experience as mechanical lead on complex, high-value projects.
• Experience managing full turnkey MEP projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead all mechanical works from planning to handover.
• Ensure project meets safety, quality, and UK compliance standards.
• Manage project processes, including risk management and quality assurance.
• Mentor the mechanical team, promoting a collaborative environment.
• Maintain accurate records for all mechanical works.

Skills

Delivering MEP projects

Collaboration with design teams

Project management

Strong communication

Health and safety practices

Job description

Overview

Senior Mechanical Engineer - lead a major project from start to finish. This role starts late 2025 and involves taking full ownership of the mechanical delivery on a major new scheme. This is a brand-new role, leading the project from the earliest planning stages right through to completion. You will join an experienced and supportive team, working alongside a Project Director who will give you the freedom to shape and lead the mechanical package from cradle to grave.

About Us: Mech Electrics Limited is a specialist recruitment company dedicated to providing skilled engineering and commercial professionals to major projects within the built environment. We’re working with a key client, a highly respected contractor with a strong pipeline of complex, high-value projects.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong track record of delivering MEP projects within the built environment, ideally with overall project values exceeding £8M.
• If you’ve worked for a larger contractor, experience acting as the mechanical lead on complex, high-value projects.
• If you’ve been with a smaller contractor, managing full turnkey MEP projects as a Project Manager, and you’re ready to focus purely on mechanical delivery for a major scheme.

The Role

• Take charge of all mechanical works, from early planning and design coordination through to project handover.
• Ensure every stage of the project meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance with UK regulations and client requirements.
• Collaborate with design teams and clients to refine and optimise designs, creating safe, efficient, and practical solutions.
• Manage key project processes, including progress tracking, risk management, change control, and quality assurance.
• Lead, mentor, and support the mechanical team, setting clear expectations and fostering a collaborative, positive environment.
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and colleagues, ensuring excellent communication and smooth problem-solving.
• Keep the project on track financially and programme-wise, delivering on time, on budget, and in line with commercial and quality targets.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all mechanical works, using strong decision-making to balance technical, commercial, and safety needs.
• Promote a proactive health and safety culture, ensuring safe working practices are a priority across the site.

What’s on Offer

• Excellent salary and package.
• Travel and lodge provided for candidates who live further afield but are happy to stay away during the week.
• The chance to join a highly skilled, supportive team on a project you’ll be proud to deliver.
• A genuine opportunity to shape the role, leading the mechanical delivery from start to finish.

If you’re a Senior Mechanical Engineer ready to take on a major challenge—and make your mark as the mechanical lead on a landmark project—we’d love to hear from you.