Mechanical Project Engineer (Strategic Projects)

Job Title: Mechanical Project Engineer (Contractor)

Location: Teesside

Type: Long-Term Contract (Inside IR35)

Duration: Until 30 Sept 2027

Industry: Oil & Gas

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to join our team in Teesside. This role involves managing and delivering multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring safety, compliance, and timely completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute multi-discipline projects related to hydrocarbon storage tanks and piping.
• Progress projects from scope definition to commissioning.
• Act as a safety champion, driving standards and supporting incident investigations.
• Liaise with stakeholders across the business.
• Manage project modifications and changes, ensuring compliance with standards and legislation.
• Oversee project cost control, scheduling, and forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with CDM regulations.
• Develop engineering specifications and prepare Scopes-of-Work for tenders.
• Evaluate and manage technical queries and design changes.
• Commission equipment safely and integrate into site operations.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Engineering (preferably chartered status).
• Strong experience in project engineering or management.
• Knowledge of storage tank overhauls, repairs, and cleaning methods.
• Familiarity with CDM Regulations and COMAH.
• Experience in oil & gas or other regulated industries.
• Knowledge of DSEAR and ATEX legislation.
• Effective leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work in restricted areas, at height, and in confined spaces.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits:

• Competitive contract rate.
• Standard bonus accrual.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.