Senior Mechanical & Project Engineer - Power Generation

SSE plc; Munster; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

SSE seeks a Senior Mechanical & Project Engineer to safeguard the safe, reliable operation of Tarbert Station and related plants. You will deliver mechanical engineering expertise and drive capital projects, asset integrity, and preventive maintenance across the site.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will develop short- and long-term asset plans, ensuring engineering excellence, governance compliance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Extensive experience in power generation, petrochemical or heavy industry with rotating equipment and pressure systems.
• Strong understanding of governance and compliance with energy/industrial standards.
• Proven experience delivering engineering projects from business case to delivery.
• Contractor management experience with OEMs, suppliers and contractors.
• Knowledge of SHE standards; NEBOSH certificate desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance and improvement of mechanical plant to ensure safety, reliability, availability and efficiency.
• Deliver projects from concept through commissioning, including business case, specs, procurement and contractor management.
• Manage maintenance activities, budgets and contractor resources to support safe operation.
• Develop and maintain engineering records and asset history for audits and compliance.
• Provide technical advice and support to operations while contributing to engineering strategy and future investments.

Skills

Rotating equipment

Pressure systems

Mechanical balance of plant

Contractor management

SHE standards

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

NEBOSH certificate_desirable

Job description

SSE seeks a Senior Mechanical & Project Engineer to safeguard the safe, reliable operation of Tarbert Station and related plants. You will deliver mechanical engineering expertise and drive capital projects, asset integrity, and preventive maintenance across the site.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will develop short- and long-term asset plans, ensuring engineering excellence, governance compliance and continuous improvement.