Senior Mechanical Engineer

Pin Point Recruitment · London, England ·

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

£75,000 – £80,000 per annum

Monday to Friday | 9:00am – 5:00pm

25 days' annual leave + public bank holidays

Based on site at West Thurrock Pin Point Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced

Senior Mechanical Engineer

to join a well-established chemical manufacturing organisation at its West Thurrock site. This is a key engineering position, acting as the group focal point for mechanical engineering and supporting the safe, reliable and efficient operation of plant and equipment. The role will cover a broad range of mechanical equipment, including

pipework, pressure vessels, rotating equipment, heat exchangers, boilers and air compressors . The successful candidate will ideally have senior mechanical engineering experience within

Chemical, Oil & Gas or a similar Upper Tier COMAH environment , together with experience of mechanical integrity, reliability engineering and delivering large-scale capital projects. The Role

Lead mechanical engineering activities across the West Thurrock site and provide support across the wider UK group. Provide technical expertise across mechanical equipment, piping and plant modifications. Support the design, installation and commissioning of new equipment and engineering projects.

Work closely with maintenance and inspection teams to improve plant reliability and equipment performance. Develop and improve mechanical engineering standards, specifications and procedures. Troubleshoot complex mechanical issues and provide technical solutions to production and maintenance teams.

Support capital projects from initial scoping through to delivery, including contractor management. Carry out risk assessments, root cause analysis and reliability studies. Participate in MOCs, HAZOPs and other safety studies.

Ensure engineering activities meet health, safety, environmental and regulatory requirements. Drive continuous improvement and improvements in plant performance and energy efficiency. About You

Proven senior mechanical engineering experience within

Chemical, Oil & Gas or a similar Upper Tier COMAH environment . Strong knowledge of

rotating equipment, pressure vessels, pumps, heat exchangers, piping systems and utilities . Experience with mechanical integrity, reliability engineering and maintenance best practice. Experience delivering

multimillion-pound capital engineering projects . A Mechanical Engineering degree; Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership would be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, communication and project management skills.

The ability to influence and work effectively with multidisciplinary teams. A strong commitment to health, safety and environmental standards. If you're an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer looking for a technically challenging role with a leading industrial organisation, we'd be keen to hear from you. Apply today through Pin Point Recruitment. TPBN1_UKTJ

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