Principal Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Lead mechanical engineering in thermal & renewable energy, delivering design, analysis & support.

Key Responsibilities

• technical lead
• design analysis
• business development
• design delivery
• mentor engineers
• site inspections

Tasks

-Provide technical leadership across design, analysis, and problem-solving for engineering projects. -Contribute to business development and represent the company professionally. -Deliver and review high-quality design outputs, reports, and documentation. -Mentor junior engineers and continuously develop technical expertise. -Support construction through site inspections, testing, and risk mitigation.

Requirements

• chartered engineer
• project management
• steampro
• power plant
• carbon capture
• mechanical eng

What You Bring

-Relevant industry experience. -Recognised Project Management training; -Chartered Engineer status. -Energy transition technologies such as carbon capture, green hydrogen, green ammonia, power to X, etc. -You hold a minimum 2: 1 degree in mechanical or chemical engineering. -Previous experience of providing consulting services in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment; -Thermal power plant experience such as biomass power plant, waste to energy plant, gas fired power plant etc. -Knowledge of software for thermal modelling of water/steam cycles (e.g. SteamPro). -Commercial awareness and contract knowledge (e.g. IChemE or FIDIC); -Practical experience gained from construction, commissioning, and testing; -Design experience gained from concept development and detailed engineering;

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Benefits

-Personal development opportunities (e.g., technical expert, project management) -Friendly working atmosphere in a multidisciplinary and international team with a lot of personal responsibility

About Afry

- driving innovation, the company combines deep expertise in technology and sustainable solutions to deliver impactful projects worldwide. - delivers services across diverse sectors such as energy, infrastructure, industrial, and residential design. -From state-of-the-art renewable energy solutions to sustainable infrastructure, the company's projects help shape the future of cities and industries. - unique approach blends cutting-edge technology with a commitment to creating long-term value for clients and communities. - renowned legacy of technical excellence enables it to tackle some of the most complex challenges in the world today. -Key projects include designing urban infrastructure, optimizing renewable energy systems, and enhancing industrial productivity across global markets. -As a trusted partner, the company has established itself as a leader in addressing the demands of the evolving energy, transport, and infrastructure sectors.

Sector Specialisms

Interview Process

-telephone interview -virtual face-to-face interview with analytical reasoning exercises

Visa Sponsorship

-no visa sponsorship; candidates must have the right to work in the uk