Principal Mechanical Engineer / Stockton-on-Tees

We are looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to work for a Major EPC company based in the UK. 

This will be a 12 month contract with Hybrid working available. Right to work in the U.K is a necessity 


The role

• Manage mechanical engineering project requirements.
• Participate in relevant meetings, prepare progress reports and comply with required checking procedures
• Ensure the project scope is clear and that changes comply with project change management processes.
• Provide advice during procurement, construction and commissioning activities.  For example, oversee requisitions, technical bid evaluations and purchase order preparation.
• Act as the mechanical engineering Lead on specific projects. 
• Proactively resolve any discrepancies between the client and its Customer's requirements.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest developments and technical innovations in mechanical engineering.
• If required, assist and support junior personnel within the mechanical engineering team.
• Communicate effectively with the mechanical engineering team and project stakeholders, including the Customer.
• Identify issues and problems, develop appropriate solutions, and ask for assistance when required.

Requirements

• A recognised and relevant engineering degree.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status.
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications in engineering; management, project management or supervisory qualifications or equivalent
• Excellent technical and practical engineering skills and ability to consistently deliver quality, accurate and timely work.
• Excellent knowledge of the fundamental requirements of the mechanical engineering, and the basic requirements of other engineering fields.
• Excellent knowledge of applicable local and international standards and statutory and regulatory specifications.
• Competent use of relevant software such as MS Office Suite and mechanical engineering specific software.
• Extensive technical and practical experience in mechanical engineering in the same or similar industry including experience in working in multi-disciplinary projects and teams.