Mechanical Project Engineer

Our client, a leading engineering company in Derby, is looking to expand their engineering team. The right candidate will have previous experience in concept and detailed design, thermodynamic design, structural design, and a strong appreciation for general mechanical engineering. An understanding of acoustic engineering would also be of benefit.
As the new Mechanical Project Engineer, you will:

• Report to the Engineering Manager, supporting pre- and post-contract design activities for engineered solutions in the Energy sector, including Renewable, Fossil Fuel, Hydrogen, Carbon Capture, and Waste-to-X.
• Work independently and as part of a team through all stages of the project lifecycle, from concept design to delivery and commissioning.
• Engage professionally with internal and external customers, suppliers, and stakeholders to meet engineering needs, ensuring on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Support the sales phase by preparing concept design sketches, calculations, and attending customer meetings in the UK and overseas.
• Review and interprets customer requirements from specifications, drawings, or standards.
• Perform detailed engineering calculations across structural, fluid dynamic, finite element analysis, and general mechanics disciplines, using software or hand methods.
• Communicate design details to enable the production of manufacturing documentation.
• Produce customer deliverables and documentation for product or supplier approvals.
• Design products to budget while meeting customer requirements.
• Assist in the creation of operation and maintenance manuals or instructions.
• Conduct site surveys and condition assessments, producing technical reports and recommendations.
• Provide ad-hoc technical support to internal and external customers.
• Contribute to research and development to maintain and achieve market leadership.
• Develop and promotes best practices within the design team, striving for continuous improvement.
• Keep up to date with industry standards, design technology, and best practices.
• Identify and implements new software tools to improve processes.
• Support project management, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams as required, sometimes prioritising over primary duties.
• Participate in broader business development activities beyond engineering.
• Perform any reasonable task requested by management.

 
Requirements for this role:
Essential

• Engineering Qualification to HND level or equivalent
• Experience of working in a mechanical design position/team
• Experience of structural analysis using recognised software and first principles, working to international standards/codes (Eurocode, ASCE 7)
• Good understanding of fabricated structures/components and manufacturing techniques
• Able to work out of hours, when required to support customer needs
• Full UK driving licence
• Able to travel overseas
• Current UK resident

Desirable

• A relevant Engineering Degree, preferably to 2:1 level or above
• Experience of structural analysis using the Autodesk Robot software package
• Pressure Vessel Design and experience of using relevant codes/standards
• Experience of designing air handling/filtration systems
• Experience of designing heat exchangers
• Experience of performing acoustical calculations
• Experience of thermo-fluid analysis using recognised software and first principles
• Ability to interpret/create piping and instrumentation diagrams
• Good understanding of fabricated components and manufacturing techniques
• Familiarity with the requirements of ATEX, IEC and other hazardous area directives
• Understanding of the Construction Design and Management regulation

 
What you can expect in return:

• Salary from £35,000 - £50,000 depending on experience
• Supportive work environment
• Opportunities to develop and build your career.

 
How to Apply:
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