Project Engineer - Mechanical

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer with a strong background in the oil & gas, power generation and petrochemical sectors. The role will support the delivery of engineering projects from FEED through detailed design, procurement, and potentially into fabrication, installation, commissioning and handover.
The successful candidate will coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities, manage technical interfaces and support project controls, planning, risk management and engineering change processes. They will work closely with clients, suppliers and contractors to ensure safe and efficient project delivery.
A mechanical engineering background and practical experience managing equipment packages, construction support and commissioning activities are essential. Experience of process safety studies and industrial process plant equipment is highly desirable.

Essential Experience

• 10+ years' experience in Project Engineering roles.
• Oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation or process industry experience.
• FEED, detailed design and plant upgrade projects.
• Project planning and scheduling
• Engineering change and risk management.
• Procurement and management of equipment packages.
• Fabrication, FAT, installation, pre-commissioning and handover activities.
• Construction and commissioning support.
• Participation / familiarity Functional Safety with HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA , SIL or similar studies. And the IEC 61511 standard.
• Knowledge of pressure systems, valves, instrumentation, heat exchangers and packaged equipment.

Essential Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Preferably membership of IMechE or equivalent professional institution
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

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