Lead Mechanical Engineer

Company: Sustainable Talent
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Location: Warrington
Job Description:

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Warrington

£550-£600/day

12-Month Contract

We are recruiting for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join a growing engineering team delivering major natural gas and energy projects across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers with a strong background in AGIs, gas transmission, gas distribution and pipeline projects to take ownership of mechanical engineering activities across a portfolio of high-profile energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead mechanical engineering packages from concept through to commissioning.
  • Review and approve mechanical design deliverables and technical submissions.
  • Support the development of PFDs and P&IDs.
  • Specify pressure reduction systems, metering equipment, valves, filtration systems and process pipework.
  • Participate in HAZOPs, HAZIDs and engineering assurance reviews.
  • Ensure compliance with client specifications and industry standards.
  • Provide technical guidance to project teams and junior engineers.
  • Support procurement, construction and commissioning activities.
  • Liaise with clients, suppliers and multidisciplinary design teams.

Requirements

  • Degree qualified Mechanical Engineer.
  • Strong experience within natural gas infrastructure.
  • Proven background delivering AGIs, pipeline projects and gas transmission assets.
  • Experience with pressure regulation and metering systems.
  • Knowledge of process safety, design reviews and engineering assurance.
  • Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills.

Desirable

  • National Gas, Cadent, SGN or Wales & West Utilities experience.
  • Knowledge of IGEM standards.
  • Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status.
  • Experience on Design & Build or FEED projects.

Benefits

  • £550-£600/day
  • 12-month contract.
  • Long-term secured project workload.
  • Strong potential for contract extension

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Posted: October 18th, 2026