Senior Mechanical Engineer (Piping) – UK

Penspen Ltd
Woking
3 days ago
Create job alert
SeniorMechanical / Piping Engineer Engineer

Location: Woking; Surrey, UK –12–16 month Fixed Term Contract
Salary: Competitive, Circa GBP85k depending on experience + Flexible Benefits Fund (GBP1,175)
Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK


The primary location is Woking, Surrey, you may be required to work in Al Khafji, KSA.


About Penspen

Penspen is a leading global energy services company, delivering asset integrity, engineering, and consultancy services to the oil, gas, hydrogen, and energy infrastructure sectors. With over 70 years of experience, we help our clients design, maintain, and operate safe, reliable, and efficient assets across the world.


Exciting times are ahead at Penspen as we continue to grow ourEPMService Linebased in Woking, Surrey. We’re expanding our talented KJO Team and are now seeking a dynamic and experiencedSeniorMechanical / Piping Engineerto join us.


If you’re passionate about engineering excellence, safety, and long–term career – we’d love to hear from you.


Qualifications

Bachelor's degree minimum in Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.


Minimum 12 years of experience in the oil and gas field.


Ideally 6 years minimum in a consulting background within the field of Process Engineering for major Oil & Gas project.


Chartered Engineer status, or demonstrable that working towards.


Construction and site based experience an added advantage.


Performance of pipe stress analysis an added advantage.


Personal Competencies

Report writing skills.


Must possess strong interpersonal skills to be able to coordinate in a multi–disciplinary environment.


Be able to motivate and provide technical guidance to a team of engineers.


Ability to communicate with key internal and external stakeholders.


Knowledge of site–based work including construction, inspection, and testing.


Main Purpose of the role

  • Communicate closely with other disciplines to ensure all piping requirements (including that of suppliersand other engineering disciplines) are addressed in the design, layout, fabrication, construction, andcommissioning phases of a projects lifecycle.


  • Provide value adding knowledge and discipline leadership to design development and reviews (design,layout, constructability, etc.), taking into consideration layout restrictions, ergonomics, safety, operational,and maintainability requirements.
  • Generating, checking, and approving calculations and analysis (stress, etc.) against design codes, regulatoryrequirements, and best practices.
  • Provide discipline specific input into the review of construction related documentation (workpacks, jobcards, certification, as–builts, and project close–out).
  • Be the Piping Subject Matter Expert (SME) / Lead when assigned to the role on projects. Expected to be able to perform role of discipline specific Technical Authority (TA) when delegated, and experience ininteracting with Client's TA when required.
  • Direct planning and progress reporting and maintaining project plan, recognising changes from Client Scopeof Requirements (SoR) /Project Scope of Work (SoW) (Management of Change) and highlighting any impactson cost and schedule.

Responsibilities

Assist the Head of Department in the management of the department workload.


Participate in the Company's mentoring program to assist and mentor younger, less experiencedengineers.


To execute work in compliance with project requirements and the Company's quality system.


Capability of working within own discipline independently, with minimum supervision and supportrequired to perform the role.


To review the project execution schedule and develop detailed schedules for piping designactivities.


Production of documents including, but not limited to calculations, reports, studies, specifications and datasheets.


Review of drawings, including but not limited to; P&IDs, plot plans, general arrangements,isometrics, support layouts, etc.


Supervision of CAD activities, including preparing SoW / requirements and providing technicalsupport through the project lifecycle.


Procurement support for technical requisitions, technical bid evaluations, vendor data review,material and equipment inspections, etc.


Prepare man hour estimations for tenders specific to discipline elements.


Assist with tender packages including BOQ, tender documents, scope of work etc. Site visits, survey, and the preparation of site visit reports.


Knowledge / Experience (Skills)

  • Engineering design knowledge of piping systems in various facilities including pump stations,compressor stations, metering and regulating station, tank farms, marine terminals, and onshoreprocessing facilities.
  • Understanding of other technical disciplines deliverables and interfaces on a project, and how theyrelate to the inputs provided and / or outputs required by the piping discipline.
  • Experience in producing deliverables across the lifecycle of a piping project (feasibility, concept,FEED, detailed design, procurement, construction, and commissioning).
  • Experience in both greenfield and brownfield projects.
  • Capable of producing key piping deliverables (material specifications, pipe classes, datasheets,design reports, etc.).
  • Capable of performing site surveys and developing functioning solutions for brownfield pipingmodifications as per client requirements.
  • Familiar with piping materials and valves, including material selection, fluid systems and corrosion,and design optimisation for integrity (removal of dead legs, etc.).
  • Competent in performing static pipe stress analysis, dynamic analysis experience would be an addedadvantage.
  • Experienced in contributing to and / or leading layout related tasks including plot plan reviews and30–60–90 percent model reviews.
  • Capable of reviewing piping drawing documentation (plot plans, general arrangements, isometrics,etc.), ability to utilise 2D and 3D CAD packages an added advantage.
  • Familiarity with international engineering codes, standards, and regulations related to discipline.
  • Experience in pipelines and / or static pressure equipment engineering (pressure vessels, tanks, etc.)an added advantage.

Software Knowledge

  • Pipe Stress Analysis (Hexagon Caesar II and / or Bentley AutoPIPE).
  • CAD Design Software (Autodesk AutoCAD, AutoCAD Plant3D, etc.).
  • 3D Model Review Software (Navisworks, etc.).
  • PTC MathCAD.
  • Microsoft Office.

If you have the skills and can work in Woking, Surrey full–time please click the link for full information and to apply


#J-18808-Ljbffr

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

How Many Edge Computing Tools Do You Need to Know to Get an Edge Computing Job?

If you’re trying to start or grow a career in edge computing, it can feel like you’re navigating a maze of tools, frameworks and platforms — Kubernetes, Docker, IoT frameworks, AWS Greengrass, Azure IoT Edge, OpenShift, TinyML toolkits, networking orchestration, real-time streaming frameworks, and on it goes. Scroll job boards and community forums and it’s easy to conclude that unless you master every buzzword imaginable, you’ll never get a job. Here’s the honest truth most edge computing hiring managers won’t necessarily say out loud: 👉 They don’t hire you because you know every edge computing tool — they hire you because you can solve real system problems using the tools you know. Tools matter, yes — but only when they support clear outcomes: reliable systems, performance at scale, secure edge deployments and real business value. So how many edge computing tools do you actually need to know to secure a job? For most edge computing roles, the answer is fewer than you think — and a lot clearer when sorted by fundamentals and roles. This guide shows you what matters, what doesn’t, and how to focus your time wisely so you come across as capable, confident and employable.

What Hiring Managers Look for First in Edge Computing Job Applications (UK Guide)

In today’s fast-evolving tech landscape, edge computing is one of the most sought-after fields — blending distributed systems, embedded systems, networking, cloud, IoT, data and real-time processing. But that also means hiring managers are highly selective. They scan applications fast and look for signals of relevance, impact, technical depth and real-world delivery long before they read every line. This guide demystifies what hiring managers in edge computing look for first in your application — so you can tailor your CV, portfolio and cover letter to jump out of the stack. Whether you’re targeting edge systems roles, embedded IoT edge jobs, edge-native data roles, edge platform engineering or edge-AI positions, this checklist will help you position your experience in a way hiring managers can trust immediately.

The Skills Gap in Edge Computing Jobs: What Universities Aren’t Teaching

Edge computing is rapidly moving from niche concept to critical infrastructure. As organisations deploy connected devices, sensors, autonomous systems and real-time analytics, processing data closer to where it is generated has become essential. From smart cities and manufacturing to healthcare, transport, defence and telecommunications, edge computing underpins systems where latency, reliability and resilience matter. Demand for edge computing skills across the UK is rising steadily — yet employers consistently report difficulty finding candidates who are genuinely job-ready. Despite growing interest and academic coverage, universities are not fully preparing graduates for real edge computing jobs. This article explores the edge computing skills gap in depth: what universities teach well, what they consistently miss, why the gap exists, what employers actually want, and how jobseekers can bridge the divide to build sustainable careers in edge computing.