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• Lead mechanical-focused projects from concept through to completion, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
• Deliver technical expertise and guidance on mechanical systems to support plant operations and improvement initiatives.
• Develop and implement robust maintenance strategies to optimise equipment reliability and minimise downtime.
• Carry out detailed mechanical design work, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Participate in safety reviews and risk assessments, including HAZOP studies, to identify and mitigate potential hazards.

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven experience in engineering and maintenance within a COMAH-regulated chemical, pharmaceutical, or petrochemical environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, equipment, and associated safety legislation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues.
• Effective communicator with strong organisational skills and a collaborative approach.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining product and industry knowledge. You will work in a team-oriented environment that accelerates operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and monitor all aspects of the product
• Suggest methods to improve operational efficiency
• Work cross-functionally with different teams and organizations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent Ability to read and understand designs and schematics
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize work

Mechanical Engineer

Manufacturing

Monday - Friday days shift pattern

Overview

This is a great opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer looking to work a days-only based role with a major manufacturing company in the area. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be joining an stable team with low turnover where you will play a key part in company growth. Main priorities for the Mechanical engineer will include ensuring the factory is running up to speed and production levels are maintained.

Responsibilities for the Mechanical Engineer

• Proactive maintenance and site PMs
• Reactive maintenance and responding to breakdowns quickly
• Working across mechanical faults and maintenance
• Working on Engineering projects (e.g. commissioning, installations, relocations)
• Identifying and implementing improvements covering both processes machine output
• Adhering to site Health & safety rules and legislation on site

Requirements for the Mechanical Engineer

• Time-served / recognised apprenticeship (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering subject
• Experience working in a mechanical or Multi skilled role.
• Ability to and experience of working to a fast pace, ideally confident in a manufacturing environment.

If you’re interested in this opportunity and your CV is ready then hit the apply button and expect to hear from me soon. Alternatively, if you’re CV isn’t ready or you just want a quick chat about the role then give me (Gianni) a call on our company number.

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Ready to take the lead on mechanical projects in one of the UK’s most challenging and rewarding environments?
Are you experienced in COMAH-regulated sites and passionate about driving safety and reliability?
Do you thrive on solving complex engineering challenges while ensuring compliance?

The Opportunity
Join a leading engineering consultancy supporting a top-tier COMAH chemical facility. This is your chance to take ownership of mechanical projects, drive reliability improvements, and play a key role in process safety initiatives.
We would also welcome applications from candidates in oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, power generation, or heavy manufacturing.
This role would suit candidates currently working as Mechanical Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Project Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Plant Engineer, Design Engineer, Asset Integrity Engineer, Engineering Coordinator, Mechanical Project Manager, or Engineering Supervisor.

Your duties and responsibilities will be

• Lead mechanical-focused projects from concept through to completion, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
• Deliver technical expertise and guidance on mechanical systems to support plant operations and improvement initiatives.
• Develop and implement robust maintenance strategies to optimise equipment reliability and minimise downtime.
• Carry out detailed mechanical design work, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Participate in safety reviews and risk assessments, including HAZOP studies, to identify and mitigate potential hazards.

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven experience in engineering and maintenance within a COMAH-regulated chemical, pharmaceutical, or petrochemical environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, equipment, and associated safety legislation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues.
• Effective communicator with strong organisational skills and a collaborative approach.

Our client is looking to add within the Engineering team a Mechanical Engineer. The Mechanical Engineer will integrate operational engineering multi-disciplines teams delivering projects at various phases, from FEED to commissioning, or in assistance to Plant Operation in the UK and to be based in the North West.

Requirements

The assignments will be on projects:

• Supporting/delivering and organising technical studies/projects.
• Supporting the design of mechanical processes, from strategic and conceptual phases to detailed design and construction & commissioning phase support. Typical supporting deliverables that will be issued: technical note, substantiation notes, mechanical flow diagrams and flow-sheets, mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and mechanical layout drawings, hazards and malfunctions management, technical specification documentation review from supply chain.
• Technical studies related to mechanical handling for both handling operations and heavy mechanical transfer systems, powder mechanical processes (transport, milling, and compaction) in high active environment and gloveboxes, compaction and mechanical dismantling technologies.

About you

We are looking for candidates with the following:

• 2+ Years’ experience as a Graduate/Assistant Mechanical Engineer
• Experience of engineering design (development, FEED, detailed design, technical specification, documentation review from supply chain) in the nuclear industry or other regulated sectors
• Experience of mechanical studies delivery (Mechanical handling, powder technologies) considering manufacture, testing, construction commissioning, operation, maintenance recovery and decommissioning aspects
• Experience of contractor follow-up in the nuclear industry or other regulated sectors
• Experience of delivering projects for Sellafield, AWE, UKAEA, UKNNL or Magnox sites (desirable)
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or other relevant degree
• Associate member of relevant professional body (IMechE) working towards chartership
• Hold a minimum of ‘SC’ UK Security Clearance
• Previous experience in a Nuclear Site or other highly regulated site

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Additional 1 day off for every 1-year service which is capped at 5
• Competitive salary
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• One Professional Membership subscription paid for by the company
• Private medical insurance
• Non-contribution pension scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Group Income Protection
• Group Life Insurance
• Sports allowance
• Online discount platform

• Leading the interfaces and integration of the mechanical design with that of other disciplines.
• Management, reviewing and preparation of mechanical design deliverables (such as calculations, drawings for plant general arrangements, documentation, schedules, specifications and design reports) to achieve the correct time / cost / quality balance for the project.
• Providing quality assurance of others work by undertaking check/review functions.
• Supporting the development of the mechanical engineering team, coaching and mentoring junior engineers to develop their skill set and identifying the correct resource for the projects.

• Pension matched by employer
• Option to purchase, sell and carry over annual leave
• Life assurance / Private Medical Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance and Health Screening options
• 26 weeks maternity leave, enhanced paternity and adoption leave/ Shared parental leave
• Payment of annual professional institution subscription costs
• Gym Membership discounts UK wide

• Work within a team to deliver engineering projects from initial concept, through detailed design, procurement and construction to client hand back
  

• Undertake engineering calculation and utilise digital techniques to produce the design
  

• Liaise with Sub-Contractors & Suppliers
  

• Approve Drawings and Designs of Suppliers
  

• Oversee the activity of Sub-Contractors & Suppliers on Site
  

• Assist with maintaining our world class safety culture of our critical designs, health & safety documentation, O&M manuals, and commissioning plans.
  

• Graduated or due to graduate with a degree in Mechanical Engineering (BEng) or a post graduate qualification (MSc)
  

• Valid driving licence
  

• Confidence, motivation, plus the ability to hand multiple tasks and problem-solve
  

• Strong organisational, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  

• 33 days annual leave plus the option to purchase additional days (maximum 45 days)
  

• Private health care and a health cash plan to help manage everyday medical costs
  

• Exclusive high street discounts across retailers and gyms
  

• Flexible pension contributions matched by employer up to 7%
  

• Access to our Early Career Professionals network
  

• Internal Development Scheme to support and guide you through your journey to becoming Chartered
  

• Tools and resources to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing
  

The ROLE

ME Engineers is growing, and we’re looking for a talented, motivated and suitably experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team in Manchester to play a key role in delivering some of the world’s most exciting and challenging projects; from sports venues and arenas to cutting edge commercial developments.

You will integrate with all disciplines and specialists to establish requirements and provide engineering solutions to meet the clients’ expectations and budgets. You will work with an experienced team who will help you grow professionally; a great opportunity for the right person to gain fantastic experience.

WHO are ME Engineers?

At ME Engineers, we’re more than a building services consultancy. We’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators.

Our purpose statement is:

To empower talented people to create great things.

Our core values are:

• Embrace the challenge
• We are in this together
• We are creative problem solvers
• Be bold and passionate
• Build trust and respect through long-term relationships

ME Engineers is an international MEP and technology systems consulting engineering firm who provide engineering solutions for large scale, complicated and fast paced projects worldwide. Our clientele includes architects, developers, universities, and others who demand excellence from their consultants. Our Manchester office is part of a global network of 17 offices, giving you the opportunity to work locally while being connected to international projects.

At ME we highly value building and sustaining client relationships through successful partnering with architects and owners. Our long-term repeat business with some of the world’s most prestigious design firms is a testament to the success of our philosophy. We encourage and foster out-of-the-box, high-level thinking and employ cutting-edge strategies including state-of-the-art sustainable design techniques.

ME Engineers - Manchester

Our Manchester office is new — but we’re already making waves.

The pace has been fast, the standards high, and the projects demanding. We’ve felt the pressure, adapted quickly, and come out stronger, with a solid core team of ten who’ve built something special: a foundation of trust, collaboration, and shared ambition.

Now, we’re looking for a Mechanical Senior to join this core group. We need someone who wants to help shape our next chapter, lead from the front, and grow alongside a team that genuinely cares about the work and each other.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading mechanical design on a range of high-profile and technically challenging projects.
• Guiding and mentoring engineers, helping them grow and achieve their best.
• Collaborating across disciplines to deliver creative, coordinated solutions.
• Building lasting relationships with clients based on integrity and technical excellence.
• Contributing to the culture and direction of a growing, people-focused office.

Who You Are

You’re an experienced mechanical engineer who enjoys the mix of leadership, design, and collaboration. You take pride in what you deliver, but you also value the people and relationships that make great projects possible.

You probably bring:

• Chartered (or near-chartered) status.
• Experience leading projects through all stages of design.
• Happy to continue to take a hands-on approach to projects and elements of design.
• A proactive, team-oriented mindset.
• The confidence to guide, the humility to listen, and the drive to make things better.

Our Culture

We’re deliberate about how we work.

We’ve taken a less relaxed approach to remote work, not because we don’t trust people, but because flexibility is something earned through mutual respect and accountability. We value being together, learning from each other, and growing as a team.

The BENEFITS

• Competitive salary (to be based on qualifications, skills and experience)
• Pension
• Private Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Educational and professional development opportunities
• 23 days’ holiday plus public holidays.

Additional information/requirements

Short stay ad-hoc UK and international travel may be required (typically Europe and Middle East).

Why ME?

ME is an employee-owned corporation. Our values and business focus are centred around not only our clients, but also providing growth opportunities and a fantastic work environment for our employees. This opening provides an opportunity to not only grow your own personal career, but also be a part of our exciting and growing family.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

Due to the high amount of interest that we receive, we are unable to respond to each application individually. Therefore, if you do not hear back from us then, unfortunately, you have not been shortlisted for this role.

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Warrington

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract Inside IR35

Rate: £50 p/h

Type: Hybrid

Location: Warrington

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team.

Are you the kind of engineer who looks at a complex challenge and thinks, “Let’s make it better – and cleaner”? Do you thrive when solving problems others call impossible? Then this sounds like the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creating and developing cutting-edge mechanical designs for nuclear and power projects.
• Collaborating across engineering, supply chain, and client teams to deliver world-class solutions.
• Ensuring industry codes, standards, and safety procedures are applied correctly.
• Carrying out technical investigations within the operational and/or design lifecycle to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Championing innovation and driving progress toward Net Zero.
• Apply engineering domain knowledge to produce technical solutions and documentation

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Engineering.
• Knowledge of CAD tools and general engineering drawing practice.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A drive to challenge, improve, and deliver excellence — whatever your background.
• Nuclear knowledge is preferred but not essential
• Must be able to achieve SC clearance

What’s in it for you?

• Collaborative, innovation-driven environment.
• Continuous learning via Expleo Academy accredited training.
• Competitive company benefits.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to the UK’s Net Zero future.
• The chance to work with an equal opportunities employer

If you’re a Senior Mechanical Engineer, ready to take on your next role, then please apply below with your CV.