Senior Mechanical Equipment Engineer

About the job:

Kent is looking for a Senior Mechanical Equipment Engineer to support Mechanical activities in developing the Mechanical designs for FEED’s and EPC projects. 

The Senior Mechanical Equipment Engineer is typically accountable to the Lead Engineer. The corporate reporting line is to respective Departmental/Group Manager. We are seeking high caliber people for this key Engineering role that have talent, enthusiasm, and drive to influence and be part of our exciting expansion plan.  The UK Engineering group will support a variety of interesting and challenging opportunities in Low Carbon/ Energy Transition (CCUS, Green Hydrogen, Blue Hydrogen, Offshore Wind, Waste to X, Emissions Reduction) as well as responsibly developing traditional international energy projects.   

We follow a hybrid working model that combines office and remote work, with a requirement to be in the Woking office four days a week. This approach supports the development of a strong and effective team dynamic within Engineering.  

Skills & Responsibilities:

• Capable of performing general duties with no direct supervision and within agreed schedules and budgets. 
• May undertake discrete specialist studies / technology reviews under supervision. 
• Liaises with other disciplines to achieve design consistency for project and department.  
• Supports the Lead Engineer in planning, and identifying technical issues which could limit progress, impact project budgets.  
• Interfacing with the client. 
• Support training and mentoring of Graduate and Junior Engineers. 
• Provide expertise for package and/or static equipment design throughout the organisation as required 
• The corporate reporting line is to respective Mechanical Group Manager. 
• Senior Engineer may work on feasibility, concept, FEED, detailed design or EPC project with support from Lead/Principal Engineers. 
• Works to the requirements of the Mechanical Design Manual and project requirements. 
• Identifying and resolving discrepancies and divergences from original proposal/ contract by raising technical queries. and/or identifying trends and changes within the framework of management of change. 
• Participates in factory acceptance tests, also supporting Engineers as required for Vendor issues. 
• Participates in multi-discipline engineering design reviews and provides all necessary mechanical input and support to the close-out of actions. 
• Reviews ITB documents submitted as the proposal.   
• Ensures compatibility and compliance with client specifications and recommends cost effective improvements within the scope of client specifications and requirements. 
• Ensures compliance with Kent’s ISO accredited QMS, and project specific procedures, guides and standards. 
• Provide expert knowledge for the design of packages. 
• Performs related duties as and when instructed by Mechanical Group Manager. 

In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience: 

• ​​​Typically holds a degree in mechanical engineering or post-graduate mechanical engineering qualification. Chartered status is preferred. 
• ​Significant related experience of working for engineering/client organisations in the oil and gas industry. 
• ​Good experience in the design of Packaged and/or Static Equipment including but not limited to. All relevant API/ISO and Codes for Equipment within packages in both FEED and EPC environments. 
• ​Exposure to consultancy, FEED/ detailed design and EPC projects. 
• ​In depth knowledge of applicable international and industry specifications, standards and codes. 
• ​Knowledge of safety and quality procedures and best practice.​ 

Communication:

• ​​​Excellent command of the English language in both oral and written communication and skills.​ 

Behaviour/ Core Competencies:

• ​​Activity scheduling and discipline priorities. 
• ​Excellent Communication skills. 
• ​Proactive approach . 
• ​Attention to detail. 
• ​Team player. 
• ​Ability to meet schedules and deadlines. 
• ​Multi-tasking/priorities. 

HSSEQ:

The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country. 

We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process. Please contact us confidentially at [email protected] to find out how we can support you.