Principal Engineer | Head Of Engineering

Principal Engineer | Head Of Engineering

Full-Time 55000 - 65000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Risktec Solutions Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead risk management projects in energy sectors and develop inspection strategies.
  • Company: Established risk management consulting firm with a focus on safety and integrity.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, pension contributions, flexible working, and professional training opportunities.
  • Other info: Exciting site visits and excellent career growth in a supportive environment.
  • Why this job: Join a dynamic team making a real impact in clean energy and power industries.
  • Qualifications: BEng/MEng in engineering, preferably mechanical, with strong problem-solving skills.

The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 Β£ per year.

Risktec Solutions is an established, independent and specialist risk management consulting and training company, part of the TV Rheinland Group. We assist clients in major hazard industries including oil and gas, clean energy, nuclear and transportation, as well as commercial and public sectors, to manage health, safety, security, environmental and business risk.

We are seeking Principal Integrity Engineers (permanent role) with specific pressure systems knowledge to take up senior positions in our expanding Asset Integrity Management team based in Derby, UK. Most of the team's activities are focused on the Conventional Power and Clean Energy sectors (primarily CCGT, Biomass and Energy from Waste plants).

  • Developing risk-based inspection strategies.
  • Assessing inspection results, i.e. making run/repair/replace decisions.
  • Producing formal technical reports and other project deliverables on time and to budget.
  • The role will involve site visits, both within the UK and abroad, to meet project requirements.
  • Integrity assessment of defective power plant components low and high temperature (e.g. reverse code calculation, fracture mechanics, finite element analysis).
  • Power plant inspection (e.g. steam and water pressure parts, boiler tube surveys, support surveys), with an understanding of materials selection, damage/degradation mechanisms and life assessment.
  • Power plant mechanical engineering.
  • Working in conventional power and clean energy sectors (primarily CCGT, Biomass and Energy from Waste plants).

In addition, you will have excellent organisational, problem solving, communication and report writing skills. A BEng/MEng degree or equivalent in an engineering-related topic, preferably mechanical engineering, is required.

A competitive package of salary and benefits is offered for permanent staff, which includes the following:

  • Pension (7.5% company contribution)
  • Life Assurance
  • Permanent Health Insurance
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Flexible Leave
  • Flexible Working
  • Employee Discounts
  • Salary Sacrifice Options
  • Professional and Postgraduate Training
  • Skills Training

Principal Engineer | Head Of Engineering employer: Risktec Solutions Ltd

Risktec Solutions is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Derby that fosters professional growth and development within the risk management consulting sector. With a strong focus on employee well-being, we provide a competitive benefits package including generous pension contributions, private medical insurance, and flexible working arrangements, ensuring our team members can thrive both personally and professionally. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that plays a crucial role in enhancing safety and integrity across major hazard industries, while enjoying opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.

Risktec Solutions Ltd

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We think you need these skills to ace Principal Engineer | Head Of Engineering

Pressure Systems Knowledge
Risk-Based Inspection Strategies
Technical Report Writing
Integrity Assessment
Fracture Mechanics
Finite Element Analysis
Power Plant Inspection