Senior Mechanical Engineer

Adler & Allan
Huddersfield
1 month ago
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
Location: UK (Travel across the UK)
Permanent, full-time
Competitive salary + Bonus + Car allowance plus benefits


We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer who has experience of working in piping and pipeline systems including pressure vessels and valves to join our technical consultancy business. You will be working across many sectors including onshore gas and utilities, defence and environmental projects. No two days will be the same, you could be working with clients on solving their issues, supporting designers to achieve the best designs to developing new processes and supporting specifications.


More about the role:



  • Client Engagement and Project Scoping: Collaborate with clients to understand their requirements, define project scopes, and develop tailored engineering solutions that meet their objectives.
  • Technical Leadership: Provide expert advice and technical oversight on mechanical engineering projects, ensuring compliance with industry best practices and regulatory standards.
  • Business Development Support: Contribute to consultancy growth by assisting in the preparation of bids, proposals, and presentations for prospective clients.
  • Problem-Solving and Innovation: Develop creative solutions to engineering challenges, leveraging innovative approaches and technologies to optimise project outcomes.
  • Stakeholder Coordination: Facilitate communication between clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams to ensure alignment on deliverables, timelines, and budgets.
  • Compliance and Risk Management: Conduct thorough reviews of designs and methodologies to ensure technical compliance, adherence to regulations, including health and safety standards and environmental guidelines.
  • Continuous Professional Development: Stay informed about advancements in mechanical engineering, and mentor junior staff to foster technical excellence within the consultancy.

Qualifications

About you:



  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
  • Holds a current E&US safety passport.
  • SCO training.
  • CDM awareness training.
  • IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent.
  • Solution orientated. We are known in the industry for being able to deliver and find a solution to the client’s problems.
  • Experience in the energy sector.
  • Experience of pipeline systems is essential.
  • Computer literate with standard office software; familiarity with project management and specialist engineering software advantageous (e.g., hydraulic/flow modelling, stress analysis).
  • A willingness and drive to be the best at what you do.
  • The ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients.
  • The ability to work independently when needed but also know when to seek help.
  • A good understanding of industry standards, specifications and guides.
  • Good IT skills and report writing.

Additional Information

What we can offer you:



  • Company pension
  • Family Private Health Insurance
  • Life Assurance Scheme (x4 salary)
  • Refer a friend scheme
  • Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Training and career progression opportunities

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.


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