At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead mechanical integrity assessments and manage key projects across Europe.
- Company: Join a supportive company focused on engineering excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, robust benefits, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy life in Barry, a vibrant seaside town with great amenities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in mechanical engineering while working with diverse teams.
- Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 10 years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Position focuses on ensuring regulatory compliance and mechanical integrity across Europe.
Responsibilities
- Lead mechanical integrity assessments for high‑risk assets across all European sites.
- Maintain and update the Mechanical Integrity Criticality Assessment Register.
- Develop written schemes of examination (RBI/WSE) with external consultants.
- Approve mechanical and structural designs for new or modified equipment.
- Manage key capital projects at the Barry site, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
- Collaborate with site leaders, maintenance teams, and engineering personnel to agree on repair plans and decisions from inspections.
- Use SAP and other tools to report asset condition, inspection compliance, and identify end‑of‑life or overdue assets.
Required Education & Experience
- University degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Minimum 10 years in Mechanical or Project Engineering within chemical or process industries.
- Proven experience managing Mechanical Integrity programmes, including:
- Written Schemes of Examination (WSE)
- Inspection planning
- Degradation analysis
- Repair execution
- Strong understanding of EU standards and directives, such as:
- Pressure Equipment Directive (2014/68/EU)
- Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC)
- Seveso Directive
- Excellent verbal and written communication, including working with non‑native English speakers.
Preferred Skills & Competencies
- Technical leadership as SME in mechanical integrity and structural design.
- Project management from scope development through execution.
- Analytical thinking for degradation mechanisms, failure modes, and material suitability.
- Collaboration with cross‑functional teams and external consultants.
- Systems knowledge: SAP for asset condition reporting.
- Standard development experience (pipe classes, vessel design, metallurgy).
- Willingness to travel up to one week at a time within Europe.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- Robust benefits package.
- Supportive culture and career development opportunities.
Location: Barry is a seaside town in Wales, close to Cardiff, offering good schools, transport links, and local amenities.
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As a leading employer in the mechanical engineering sector, we offer a dynamic work environment that prioritises regulatory compliance and mechanical integrity across Europe. Our supportive culture fosters career development, providing employees with robust benefits and opportunities to lead key capital projects in a picturesque seaside location like Barry, which boasts excellent schools and transport links. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a rewarding work-life balance.
