Lead Mechanical Engineer (Peterborough)

Overview

Lead mechanical engineer driving design, compliance and innovation for East region gas projects.

Key Responsibilities

• scope development
• technical compliance
• design review
• supplier qa
• inspection testing
• impact assessment

Tasks

-Develop technical scope as part of the investment process. -Monitor and support technical compliance throughout the project lifecycle. -Conduct T/PM/G/35 low/medium level assessment (MA/1) activities. -Capture lessons learned, best practices, and innovations to improve design efficiency. -Challenge and review design and options at key investment milestones. -Support manufacturing and supplier quality assurance. -Provide 'informed buyer' input for commercial activities including contract documents, project scopes, and tender evaluations. -Contribute to factory/site inspection, testing, and commissioning activities. -Review and approve project technical queries and deviations. -Support cost and programme impact assessments for scope changes on in-flight projects. -Provide engineering discipline input to process safety assessments, quality and inspection activities, design reviews, and environmental engineering assessments.

Requirements

• mechanical eng
• iso9001
• cdm
• incorporated engineer
• hnc/hnd
• driving licence

What You Bring

-Full UK driving licence -Experience applying relevant policies, procedures, and resolving technical issues -Knowledge of design, safety, health, environment, and quality policies and procedures - desirable -Understanding of ISO9001 and how quality management systems support successful project delivery - desirable -Strong background in mechanical engineering -Expertise in design, construction, operation, and maintenance of Gas Transmission assets - desirable -Understanding of CDM Regulations - desirable -HNC/HND (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering -Incorporated Engineer (with relevant professional institute) -Qualifications in auditing, IOSH, NEBOSH, design management, and CDM - desirable -Familiarity with T/PM/G35 processes including design approval, commissioning, and asset acceptance - desirable

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About National Gas

-It stands as Britain's critical gas transmission operator. -It’s wholly owned by Macquarie’s consortium. -It serves half a million businesses, 35 power stations, and dozens of industrial sites via its National Transmission System. -It’s structured across four divisions: transmission, metering, services, and Premtech consultancy. -With over 60 compressor stations and 500+ above-ground installations, it ensures reliability and rapid response across the network. -It operates a public-facing app offering near real-time data on gas flows and demand. -From managing old pipelines to designing future low-carbon systems, it weaves history and innovation into Britain’s energy tapestry.

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