Staff Mechanical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Milford Haven; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK energy company in Milford Haven seeks a Staff Mechanical Engineer to ensure asset integrity and compliance. The role involves developing inspection programs, managing maintenance projects, and leading compliance audits. The ideal candidate holds a Mechanical Engineering degree and has over eight years of experience in terminal or refinery settings. This permanent position offers a competitive salary of £70,000 - £80,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of engineering experience in Terminal/Refinery environments.
• Experience overseeing system repairs and upgrades.
• Familiarity with ILI tools and inspection data management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain inspection programs for pipelines and storage tanks.
• Manage routine inspection programs and develop repair strategies.
• Conduct system design reviews for compliance.
• Lead maintenance and capital projects.
• Coordinate asset integrity program changes.

Skills

Asset integrity management

Regulatory compliance

Risk-Based Inspection (RBI)

System design reviews

Technical assessments

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

IMechE Chartered Engineer

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Staff Mechanical Engineer, Milford Haven

Client:

Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd

Location:

Milford Haven, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

14.08.2025

Expiry Date:

28.09.2025

Job Description:

• Job Type: Permanent

Reed is partnering with a leading UK energy company. This is an opportunity to join an engineering team as a Staff or Senior Staff Engineer, supporting pipeline and terminal operations across the Southwest.

This is a senior role reporting directly to the Logistics Engineering Manager, focusing on asset integrity, regulatory compliance, and engineering excellence.

• Location: South/West Wales
• Salary: £70,000 - £80,000

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain inspection programs for pipelines and above-ground storage tanks, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Manage routine inspection programs, develop repair strategies for defects, and set re-inspection periods using RBI (Risk-Based Inspection) systems.
• Conduct system design reviews to ensure compliance with legislation and industry standards.
• Lead maintenance and capital projects related to the UK & Ireland fuel storage business.
• Coordinate and communicate changes to the asset integrity program.
• Act as SME for asset integrity with industry regulators.
• Perform technical assessments, develop defect acceptance criteria, and repair procedures.
• Develop risk management programs and support the design, installation, and startup of capital projects.
• Track costs and report on project status.
• Supervise personnel and contractors as needed.
• Ensure standards and procedures reflect legislative changes and industry standards.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (BEng Hons minimum).
• Professional registration such as IMechE Chartered Engineer.
• At least 8 years of engineering experience in Terminal/Refinery environments.
• Experience overseeing system repairs and upgrades.
• Familiarity with risk-based inspection, ILI tools, and inspection data management.

If this opportunity fits your experience, please apply below!

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