Europe Mechanical Engineer & Project Engineer

Overview

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Europe Mechanical Engineer & Project Engineer: The Impact You’ll Have On The Organization and World

Responsibilities

• Lead Mechanical Integrity Assessments: Oversee integrity assessments for high-risk mechanical assets across all European sites, responding to inspection outcomes and managing changes as needed.
• Maintain and Update Criticality Registers: Own and regularly update the Mechanical Integrity Criticality Assessment Register based on new findings and the addition of new assets.
• Develop Written Schemes of Examination: Work with external consultants to create and maintain Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) and Written Schemes of Examination (WSE) for pressure vessels, tanks, pipework, and other assets.
• Approve Mechanical and Structural Designs: Review and give final approval for all mechanical and structural designs for new or modified equipment across EU sites.
• Manage Capital Projects: Lead, plan, and execute key capital projects at the Barry site, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with site maintenance leaders, site leaders, and engineering teams to agree on repair plans and key decisions arising from integrity inspections.
• Monitor and Report Asset Condition: Use SAP and other tools to report on asset condition, compliance of inspections, and identify assets requiring end-of-life planning or overdue assessments.

What is Needed to be Successful in this Role

(Required Skills/Abilities)

Required Education & Experience

• Degree: University degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in a Mechanical or Project Engineering role within the chemical or process industries.
• Mechanical Integrity Expertise: Proven experience managing Mechanical Integrity programmes, including:
• Written Schemes of Examination (WSE)
• Inspection planning
• Degradation analysis
• Repair execution
• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of applicable EU standards and directives, such as:
• Pressure Equipment Directive (2014/68/EU)
• Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC)
• Seveso Directive
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, including working effectively with non-native English speakers.

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Technical Leadership: Ability to act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in mechanical integrity and structural design.
• Project Management: Skilled in leading capital projects from scope development through to execution.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong capability in assessing degradation mechanisms, failure modes, and material suitability.
• Collaboration: Experience working cross-functionally with site leaders, maintenance teams, and external consultants.
• Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with SAP for asset condition reporting and compliance tracking.
• Standard Development: Experience in developing and maintaining engineering standards (e.g., pipe classes, vessel design, metallurgy).
• Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel within Europe for up to one week at a time, as required by the business.

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