Mechanical Engineer

This is an exciting opportunity to join our client\'s Static Mechanical Engineering Team on a Biomass Power Station for a 9 month period. The primary objective is to plan, deliver and close out the 2026 outage mechanical works. This may also require supporting projects, plant modifications/developments as part of outage planning and delivery. As part of the wider portfolio team, the Static Mechanical Engineer provides end-to-end support to the asset within their area of discipline. Project and task allocation will be via the Head of Static Mechanical and Materials Engineering, in collaboration with the asset Operations & Maintenance teams and Asset Management. Work location will be predominantly based at the Markinch Biomass CHP facility in Scotland.

This 9 month role, starting immediately, offers the opportunity to work flexibly in a team environment and be responsible for the delivery of a package of works in the Markinch 2026 overhaul.

• Play a leading and active role in managing safety: live our performance and Mission Zero safety culture and climate.
• Perform the role as Discipline Lead or Work Package Manager in the upcoming 2026 Markinch Overhaul.
• Works will need to be scoped, prepared and planned in advance of the overhaul.
• During the overhaul works should be managed safely to high quality standards and to agreed durations and budget.
• Assisting in planning of budgets and tracking costs.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to efficiently plan and safely deliver outages, commission and return the plant to service in a structured and safe manner.
• Actively support the need to develop cross-discipline skills & work flexibly to support each other irrespective of their background discipline.

• Have a recognised background in Mechanical Engineering and HND (or equivalent) level of qualification. A degree in an engineering discipline would be an advantage.
• Possess a technical knowledge of fuel handling equipment, in particular conveyor systems. Experience with large bearings, lubrication systems, slewing devices and drag chains would be advantageous.
• Several years of professional experience in the energy sector or other process industry.

• Have strong interpersonal skills and be competent in the use of applicable business IT systems such as Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Flexible and agile in their approach to supporting the portfolio through flexible working hours and application of skills.
• Ability and flexibility to retrain and to take on new skill sets.

• Values and behaviours: Role modelling the RWE desired behaviours. This will mean working with the others in an open, honest and consistent way and in a manner that demonstrably puts the needs of the station ahead of individual departmental or personal objectives.
• You should be demonstrably working as part of a cohesive team, engendering a sense of team spirit.
• The opportunity to be responsible for a major scope of works and actively contribute to the future success of the site.
• Be part of a dynamic and successful team where you will be encouraged to develop your skillset.
• A diverse environment where team members can develop new skills and competences.

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Industries

Industries: Utilities and Engineering Services

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

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