265 mechanical project engineer jobs found

MK Search have partnered with a leading M&E contractor with a strong presence delivering notable projects across sectors in partnership with leading main contractors who are looking for a mechanical project engineer to join their team on a notable commercial scheme they are delivering in Reading. Reporting to a mechanical lead, you will join the project with 6 months left to run to take ownership of the technical elements of the mechanical package across the scheme through to PC. They have another very sizeable project in the Berkshire region you will move onto a take control of from pre-construction phase once the intial scheme is complete. Duties * Managing mechanical packages from pre-con through to commissioning and handover. * Technical submittal reviews and managing RFI processes. * Overseeing sub-contractors and ensuring high standards of health, safety, and quality. * Procurement of plant and specialist mechanical equipment. * Working closely with the...

Good Morning! We are currently recruiting for 2 x Project Engineers - Mechanical/ Industrial for a great project for 12 months that is ran by a Public Sector Authority in Bristol Role requires availability to work 2 days per week in the Bristol office and 3 days working from home About the role: Decommissioning experience Identify project functional requirements and stakeholder needs for assigned project. Contribute to production of Project Execution Plan including design, safety case and commissioning strategies. Support project optioneering process. Develop concept design and fit for purpose engineering solution for projects Produce and/or approve project technical specifications Essential Experience Experience in a Engineering role Mechanical /or industrial plant Experience of nuclear or conventional project engineering Knowledge of relevant national engineering standards Awareness of CDM regulations Appropriate HNC, degree or National Qualifications Framework (NQF)...

Mechanical Project Engineer - Water Industry Location: Oxfordshire Contract Type: Freelance / Contract Salary/Rate: £(Apply online only) p/d - Ltd Company or CIS GRS are seeking a skilled Mechanical Project Engineer to work on high-value MEICA water projects across Oxfordshire. You'll join a Tier 1 contractor delivering key infrastructure upgrades for UK water authorities under major capital delivery programmes (e.g. AMP8). Responsibilities: * Manage mechanical installation works across water treatment and pumping station projects * Coordinate designs, site works, fabrication drawings, and subcontractors * Ensure mechanical scopes are delivered on time, to spec, and within budget * Interface with electrical and ICA teams to ensure integrated MEICA delivery * Attend site inspections, FATs, commissioning, and handover activities Requirements: * Mechanical engineering background with experience in water or wastewater...

Mechanical Project Engineer to work on a large substation project for the next 1 – 2 years in Ipswich, Suffolk Paying £425 – 450 a day + Outside IR35 + Site/ Home working + Long Term We are currently looking for an experienced Project Engineer with a strong mechanical background to support a major substation project based in Ipswich. This is a long-term contract opportunity offering over 1 – 2 years of work, with a planned start date in July/August 2026. Role Overview The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering substation works, coordinating engineering activities, supporting site teams, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to specification. Key Requirements * Proven experience working as a Project Engineer within the utilities, power, or energy sector * Strong mechanical engineering background * Previous experience working on substation projects is essential * Ability to coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site...

Project Engineer – Mechanical  Bristol up to £40.43 per hour initally 12 months Virtual interview (1 stage) Mon–Fri   Certain Advantage is partnering with a key nuclear client to recruit a Project Engineer. You’ll provide fit-for-purpose engineering solutions for projects or engineering support on more complex projects and ensure that design authority standards and configuration control are applied appropriately.   What will you be doing? Determine and capture functional requirements along with stakeholder expectations for allocated projects. Assist in developing the Project Execution Plan, including approaches for design, safety case development, and commissioning. Contribute to the evaluation and selection of project options. Produce conceptual designs and deliver practical, fit-for-purpose engineering solutions. Prepare and/or review and authorise technical specifications. Oversee detailed design work in line with established design authority requirements. Develop...

Contract Senior Marine Engineer (Hydraulics) Command Power. Drive Precision. Keep Marine Systems Moving. Are you ready to take ownership of critical marine hydraulic systems and make a real impact across complex vessels? We are seeking a Contract Senior Marine Engineer (Hydraulics) to lead, optimise, and safeguard the operation of vital onboard systems-ensuring reliability, safety, and peak performance in demanding environments. Duration of the contract will be dependent on the project need and its requirements. What You'll Do Senior Marine Engineer (Hydraulics) will lead technical oversight of hydraulic systems including steering gear, cranes, winches, stabilisers, and deck machinery Diagnose and resolve complex system faults, driving preventative and corrective solutions Act as the technical authority for hydraulic schematics, system upgrades, and modifications Oversee commissioning, testing, and sea trials for new and upgraded systems Ensure performance meets Class,...

Job Title: Procurement Engineer Location: Eynsham, Oxfordshire Contract Length: 12 Months (FTC) Hourly Rate: £26.00 – £40.00 per hour Job Purpose To serve as a technical-commercial liaison during a critical supplier onboarding phase. This role ensures that MRI magnet components are optimized for cost and manufacturing without sacrificing the high-performance standards required by Siemens Healthineers. Responsibilities * Supplier Onboarding: "Hit the ground running" with a new supplier integration, ensuring they meet technical and cost specifications from day one. * Stakeholder Mediation: Act as the "translator" between R&D designers, engineers, and external suppliers to balance Cost, Quality, and Technical Performance. * Cost Driver Analysis: Identify exactly where costs sit within manufacturing techniques (machining, fabrication, etc.) and challenge stakeholders to optimize them. * Tactical Procurement: Drive the "Design for Manufacture"...

We are currently recruiting for a Junior Project Engineer to support a Northumberland based client. Scope of Work: * Project Engineer will support delivery of a pharmaceutical project involving design, construction and of a packaging hall and warehouse facility * Responsible for delivering defined engineering scopes across both equipment systems and facilities/utilities infrastructure with a focus on mechanical building services and live site tie-ins * Safe execution on a live GMP site * Maintaining compliance with GMP, EHS, regulatory requirements and supporting effective handover to operations Qualifications: * Engineers with projects experience who can own technical workstreams while collaborating with senior engineers and cross functional stakeholders * Degree in an engineering discipline ideally or equivalent experience supporting Capital projects * Proven experience supporting pharmaceutical projects in a GMP regulated environment * Experience with equipment...

Contract Mechanical Design Engineer CAD: Inventor Rate: £30–£40 per hour Start: Immediate Type: Contract Length: 3 months IR35: Outside Remote: Yes Contract Mechanical Design Engineer needed to support the design and manufacture of bespoke lifting, winching and hydraulic systems. You will be responsible for the mechanical design producing detailed designs and manufacturing drawings using Autodesk Inventor. Key requirements: • Strong Autodesk Inventor experience • Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer • Experience designing bespoke mechanical systems and assemblies • Ability to produce detailed manufacturing drawings and BOMs • Experience working with fabricated structures and mechanical components • Understanding of practical manufacturing and installation processes • Comfortable working within fast paced project environments This is an immediate requirement for a Mechanical Design Engineer offering £30–£40 per hour depending on experience. Please...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Role - Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Contract - 12 months Rate - £55 per hour inside IR35 Location - Derby 5x per week Are you a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer looking to work on some of the UK's most technically challenging and high-impact engineering programmes? This is an opportunity to join a world-class engineering environment delivering cutting-edge projects across the nuclear and defence sectors. You'll become part of a highly skilled team working on complex systems where innovation, precision, and engineering excellence are at the heart of everything. This role offers the chance to work on technically demanding programmes while mentoring junior engineers and driving innovation across design processes and methodologies. Role Responsibilities Producing high-quality mechanical designs to customer specifications Creating detailed 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings Supporting product development and design improvement...

Design Structures Authoriser Location: Cheshire, Chester, North West England Job Type: Contract, Full-Time Hours Industry: Aerospace and Aviation Job Description The Design Structures Authoriser is responsible for the technical review, approval and authorisation of structural designs within aerospace projects. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards, company policies and industry best practises throughout the design process. The post holder provides expert judgement on the structural integrity and airworthiness of components and assemblies, supporting the development and certification of aerospace products. Key Duties and Responsibilities Review and approve structural design documentation, calculations, drawings and analysis reports to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and design standards. Authorise structural design changes, modifications and repairs in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements. Provide expert technical...

Chemical Plant Decommissioning Programme * Role: Mechanical Maintenance Planner/Decommissioning Planner * Location: Barry, South Wales * Duration: Initial 12-month contract with long-term continuation expected through to 2028/2029 * Payment: Can be paid monthly like salary OR hourly * Rate: £28.85 - £31.25 per hour (equivalent to £60,000 - £65,000 per annum based on a 40-hour week) - Negotiable depending on exprience * Hours: 40 hours per week + overtime available * Start Date: ASAP Overview Ceto Talent are supporting a major industrial organisation on a large-scale chemical plant decommissioning programme in South Wales. The facility, operating within a high-hazard COMAH environment, is undergoing a phased decommissioning programme following closure announcements made last year. The project is expected to continue through to at least 2028/2029, offering long-term opportunities for experienced planning professionals. We are seeking a Decommissioning Planner to develop...

Systems Design Engineer Malmesbury £40,000 - £45,000 per annum Our client based in Malmesbury is looking for a talented Systems Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team. Systems Design Engineer Roles and Responsibilities: * Produce initial layout designs integrating machinery and conveyor systems into complete process lines * Develop detailed 3D models of mechanical process lines and structures using CAD software * Create accurate 2D drawings including plans, elevations, and civil layouts * Prepare specifications for civil works and steel frame structures, including dimensions and load calculations * Review and verify drawings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements * Manage and track design revisions using version control processes * Generate 3D rendered models and preliminary layouts within building designs * Produce process flow diagrams * Maintain and manage design data using Autodesk Vault * Track design...

Mechanical Engineer Contract Aldermaston SC / DV Clearance Required Are you a Mechanical Engineer with experience supporting complex engineering projects within highly regulated environments? Do you enjoy producing technical documentation, engineering calculations and supporting projects from concept through to delivery? Would you like to work for a growing SME delivering specialist packages of work directly into AWE? What's in it for you? • ~ £60p/h DOE • Outside IR35 • Long term project work • Opportunity to work with a specialist engineering SME supporting AWE projects • Overtime opportunities available What will you be doing? • Producing mechanical engineering documentation and design deliverables • Supporting concept, scheme and detailed design activities • Carrying out engineering calculations, assessments and technical reports • Supporting project delivery across design, manufacture, installation and testing activities • Attending project meetings and design...

Company Description Assystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world. Every day, our 8,000 switchers located in 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy. We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition. Drawing on more than 55 years' experience in highly regulated sectors subject to strict security and safety requirements, we provide our customers with engineering and project management services, as well as digital services and solutions to optimize the performance of complex infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle. The Group is currently ranked second in the world for nuclear engineering. To ensure a viable, efficient, and reliable energy...

Project Details: 6 month contract Data Centre Fit out hall Starting Middle JunePackage: Circa £450 per day all-in rate, Outside IR35 Monday to Friday working pattern 10-hour working daysKey Responsibilities: Carry out mechanical QA/QC inspections across the project Ensure all installations are completed in line with project specifications, industry standards, and quality requirements Review and complete inspection test plans (ITPs), check sheets, and quality documentation Conduct inspections on mechanical systems including HVAC, pipework, ductwork, and associated services Identify non-conformances and support resolution processes Liaise closely with site teams, subcontractors, and client representatives Support commissioning and handover activities where required Maintain accurate QA/QC records and reporting throughout the project lifecycle Other Details Outside IR35 Need to have exp managing subcontractors / technical documentation etc Predominantly plant and equipment install

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer - Teesside - Major Net Zero Programme We are supporting a leading engineering delivery partner working on behalf of bp at the forefront of the UK's net zero transition. This is a unique opportunity to join a landmark programme shaping the future of low-carbon energy across the Teesside and Humber regions. The wider initiative forms part of the East Coast Cluster, one of the UK's most ambitious decarbonisation programmes, supporting carbon capture, hydrogen production, and low-carbon power generation. At peak, the programme is expected to store up to 23 million tonnes of CO₂ per annum by 2035, while enabling new industrial growth and clean energy infrastructure. This role sits within a critical workstream focused on onshore pipelines, HV infrastructure, and associated civil works, supporting major projects including Net Zero Teesside Power and hydrogen development schemes. The Role As a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer, you will play a key...

Freelance Mechanical Engineer | Hull | ~20 Hours/Week Experienced Mechanical Engineer wanted for a long-term freelance opportunity with a Hull-based client. You'll act as the external design and project engineering function for a business with no in-house design team - taking ownership from concept through to manufacture. The role includes: Mechanical design & engineering support Managing projects through manufacturing delivery Client-facing involvement and stakeholder engagement Site visits across East Yorkshire & HumbersideIdeal for someone already freelancing or consulting, looking to add a solid project to their portfolio or replace a recently finished assignment. Around 20 hours per week on average - sometimes more, occasionally less. Candidates will likely already be doing something similar in a consultancy, contract, or freelance capacity. Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

Astute is partnering with a renewable energy business in the anaerobic digestion sector who're looking for a Project Manager / Project Engineer on a 6-month contract to manage a small programme of works on an operational biogas site. The Project Manager / Project Engineer role comes with a day rate of up to £400 (Outside IR35). I'm particularly interested to speak to people with electrical or mechanical commissioning experience. Key skills Managing a programme of works around the commissioning of a CO2 recovery system Managing contractors on site, ensuring they're delivering as per the scope Ensuring the project is tracking on time and on budget Project administration duties, including progress reporting, documentation updates, meeting coordination, and maintaining accurate commissioning and project records. Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Contract Project Manager role Dungannon Outside IR35 Immediate Start Up to £400 a day (Ltd)Astute People are acting as an...

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Engineer - Integration to join the Engineering department on a contract basis. About the role Lead the development of defined technical areas or subsystems within a programme, providing technical expertise and mentoring to junior engineers. What you will do Own delivery of significant work packages or subsystems within a project. Develop and validate engineering designs, ensuring compliance with standards. Mentor and support Engineers within the team. Lead problem-solving and root-cause investigations. Interface with other disciplines to ensure design integration and coherence. Provide input to project planning, scheduling, and risk management. Implement and evolve the Integration Plan; author/update ICDs and interface tests. Lead bring‑up sessions & design reviews. Support readiness reviews (PDR/CDR/PRR) with integration evidence. About you Degree-qualified (or equivalent) engineer with adequate experience. Proven...