Senior Mechanical Engineer

Would you like to join an international defence company to support their clients by improving the capability, reliability and availability of their most critical assets? Due to continued investment, this global business is currently looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their existing team in Plymouth (typically 2 to 3 days a month on site) on a 12 month inside IR35 contract. The Role As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be supporting the project team to deliver the Dockside Rigs and Dock Bottom Village to the required scope, quality, schedule and cost. Your responsibilities will include but not limited to: Applying systems engineering approach to develop and validate design requirements Ensuring compliance with client specifications, technical regulations and standards Collaboration across engineering functions and stakeholders to integrate designs within the overall facility layout and manage interfaces Technical management of specialist sub-contract designers Maintaining the engineering configuration of the design intent (change control) You To succeed within the role of a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you should have the following: A degree, degree apprentice or demonstrable time served in an appropriate engineering discipline. Chartered Engineer, registered with Engineering Council (or actively working towards). Mechanical engineering background within Defence, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, or other highly regulated industry Engineering principles for the design of mechanical process systems (eg water services, industrial gases) Engineering principles for the design of mechanical structures Regulations, legislation and standards that are applicable to mechanical system design and construction (including Principal Designer responsibilities under CDM) Please note that due to security nature of this role, we can only consider those who are sole British nationals and are eligible for SC security clearance. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and will require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. Background This is an exciting opportunity to work for a global business that has developed a strategy of working closely with its contingent workforce. Within the role, you can expect to: Improve work-life balance Be appreciated and valued Increase earning potential APPLY NOW If this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear from you! PLEASE NOTE: A start date is fast approaching so apply as soon as possible