Mechanical Engineer

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of mechanical systems within a top-tier COMAH chemical plant. This role involves managing mechanical-biased projects, providing technical support, participating in process safety initiatives, and carrying out engineering design, all while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven engineering and maintenance experience in a chemical, pharmaceutical, or petrochemical plant, particularly on a COMAH site.
• Key Job Skills:

• Excellent knowledge of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Effective communication and teamworking skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee mechanical-biased projects from initiation to completion.
• Provide technical support and guidance on mechanical aspects of projects.
• Conduct engineering design for mechanical systems and components.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies, procedures, and methods.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Participate in Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOPs) to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support plant operations and improvement projects.
• Manage and oversee contractors and vendors for mechanical work.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.

Safety & Compliance:

• Participate in HAZOP sessions to assess potential hazards and operability issues.
• Ensure all mechanical work complies with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Management of PSSR, PUWER, LOLER, and PED inspection and installation programs.
• Participate in safety audits and risk assessments.
• Implement recommendations from HAZOP studies to improve safety and efficiency.

Maintenance:

• Take ownership of escalated maintenance issues, carrying out trouble shooting and developing technical solutions to safety, process, and reliability issues.
• Feed into maintenance and shutdown planning.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies, procedures, and methods.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues promptly to minimise downtime.

Projects:

• Plan, execute, and manage mechanical-biased projects ensuring they meet safety, quality, and budgetary requirements.
• Provide technical expertise and support for mechanical-related projects.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure project deliverables are met on time.
• Manage and oversee contractors and vendors for mechanical project work.

Engineering Design:

• Carry out detailed engineering design for mechanical systems and components.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards and regulations.
• Develop and review technical drawings, specifications, and documentation.
• Implement best practices and innovative solutions to enhance plant performance.