Mechanical Design Engineer

Design of pipework, structural steel and vessels

£50-£60 per hour (Ltd Company – Outside IR35)

12 month initial contract with possible extensions.

This well-established manufacturer is the market leader in its sector and following some significant project wins, they are going through a rapid growth phase. The company is currently working on a variety of projects that require the design of skids for the Oil & Gas sector which include a wide range of pipework and vessels. If you believe you are suitable for this role, then please contact Suzanne Winton or email your CV to ;

The role of a Mechanical Design Engineer will involve the following:

Understand the specification from the client.
Working with the CAD / Process & Manufacturing teams.
Design of Mechanical skids which include structural steel, pipework, vessels and other mechanical equipment.
Produce a wide range of calculations including Stress / Seismic and Fatigue Calculations
Working to ASME VIII and PD5500 depending on the end client's location
Carry out the Hazard Analysis, Essential Safety Requirements and Particular Material Appraisal
Will also complete structural design of skids including skid frameworks, walkways and gantries
Using StaadPro, PV Elite & Caesar II to complete the calculations required.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will need to have the following experience:

Experience in the design of pipework, vessels and structures for the Oil & Gas sector.
Competent in the production of calculations including stress, seismic and fatigue.
Experience in using 2 out of the following software packages – StaadPro / PV Elite / Caeser II

The benefits of working for this company:

Competitive hourly rate
12-month contract with an opportunity to extend
Expanding successful company with a solid order book

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