Senior Mechanical Project Engineer – Hybrid, Car Allowance

Tilbury Douglas

Sheffield

On-site

GBP 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Car Allowance

26 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Life Assurance

Pension matched 8%

Flexible and Agile working

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Tilbury Douglas is seeking a Senior Project Engineer – Mechanical to lead mechanical activities on major infrastructure projects in the UK, based in Sheffield. You will coordinate design through handover, manage procurement, and work across multidisciplinary teams to meet technical and commercial targets.

You will bring 5+ years in a mechanical project engineering role, strong MEICA knowledge, and proven experience delivering projects worth £2m+.

Qualifications

Experienced Mechanical Project Engineer with delivery of infrastructure or major construction projects from design through to handover.
Strong MEICA knowledge within water or similar process industries.
Experience managing mechanical subcontractors, procurement, and project coordination.
Knowledge of pumps, pipework, valves, process equipment, lifting systems and related plant.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Proactive, solution-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Commercial awareness with understanding of project cost control.
Experience delivering projects valued at £2m+.
Minimum 5 years in the advertised role and CSCS card.

Responsibilities

Coordinate mechanical engineering activities across the project lifecycle.
Manage technical submissions, procurement schedules, and drawing registers.
Review mechanical procurement packages and subcontractor submissions.
Coordinate integration of mechanical plant with multidisciplinary teams.
Support installation, commissioning, testing, and technical queries.
Monitor progress, productivity, and programme performance.
Assist with cost control, variations, and commercial reporting.
Support subcontractor management and project review meetings.
Ensure compliance with client, company procedures, health and safety, and quality standards.
Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers and stakeholders.
Support the Project Manager and deputise when required.
Undertake supply chain visits and assist with compliance audits.