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Overview

Wood is recruiting for Principal Mechanical Engineer - Static to support across various high-profile projects in the UK. The Principal Engineer will join our Systems Integration team within our Digital Consulting business. There is a requirement for hybrid working with Tuesday and Wednesday based out of Aberdeen, Glasgow or Staines. Occasional travel to the client site is expected. This position is for a minimum 6 months duration. Applicants must be able to pass HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check.

Responsibilities

• Definition and approval of technical scopes
• Assess the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering designs, products, and equipment
• Perform engineering assignments and produce engineering deliverables including solving complex problems and completing project-specific tasks
• Provide technical reviews
• Make recommendations on project organisation requirements, work methods and procedures and technical innovations by devising practical and economical solutions
• Formulate and direct investigations or prototype, model and system studies, evaluating data and recommending practical application of results
• Participate in resolution of issues such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of standard materials, and complex coordination requirements
• Solve problems requiring application of research data
• Support the Mechanical Engineering Team in deliverables
• Interface with project construction, commissioning, operations, contractor, and vendor personnel
• Review of Method Statements and Risk Assessments related to Mechanical Engineering
• Participation in coordination meetings, weekly progress and other ad-hoc meetings
• Familiarity with procurement processes – Enquiries, TBE’s and purchase requisitions

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Chartership, PE Status or relevant professional license/registration preferred
• Must be able to pass HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check
• Detailed knowledge of static equipment prerequisites: anti-surge valves, instrumentation taps, skids, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, gas scrubbers, valves

What we offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high-profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Flexible working arrangements with hybrid/remote options
• Diversity and Inclusion commitment
• Competitive remuneration with regular reviews
• Flexible benefits including 33 days annual leave plus one flex day per month, contributory pension, private medical cover, and life insurance
• Continued professional development with tailored development plans
• Global connections with experts at the leading edge of the industry
• Energy Transition Academy for knowledge sharing and exposure to energy systems

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Professional Services

About Us: Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. Diversity Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce.