Senior Mechanical Engineer - Expression of Interest

About the job:

Are you passionate about Mechanical Engineering? Do you have experience in FEED and EPC projects? Are you looking for

your next opportunity but don’t see the perfect role right now? At Kent, we are always on the lookout for talented and

motivated individuals to join our team. Even if we don’t have an immediate opening that matches your skills, we encourage

you to express your interest and join our talent pool for future opportunities.

We follow a hybrid working model that combines office and remote work, with a requirement to be in the Woking office four

days a week. This approach supports the development of a strong and effective team dynamic within Engineering.  

Skills & Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the lead engineer on feasibility, concept, FEED, detailed design, or EPC project.
• Typically technically responsible for a small/medium-sized project or an area of work on larger projects, and supervises the preparation of specific deliverables.
• Undertaking specific tasks/area of work as defined by the lead/ principal engineer or group manager.
• Liaises with other disciplines to achieve design consistency for the Project.
• Supports the Project Management Team in planning, and identifying technical issues that could limit progress and impact project budgets. Interfacing with the client.
• Provides necessary input and support to project progress and reporting.
• Supports the discipline group manager with the development of discipline engineers and ensuring technical excellence.
• Works to the requirements of the Mechanical Design Manual and project requirements.
• Participates in factory acceptance tests, also supporting Engineers as required for Vendor issues.
• Reviews ITB documents and supports proposal evaluations.
• Ensures compatibility and compliance with client specifications, recommending improvements within project scope.
• Adheres to Kent’s ISO-accredited QMS and project-specific procedures, guides, and standards.

In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience:

• Typically holds a degree in mechanical engineering or post-graduate mechanical engineering qualification.
• ​Working towards chartership is advantageous. 
• ​​Experience of working for engineering/client organisations in the oil and gas industry. 
• ​​Exposure to consultancy, FEED/ detailed design , and EPC projects. 

Communication:

• Excellent command of the English language in both oral and written communication and skills.

Behaviour/ Core Competencies:

• Activity scheduling and discipline priorities.
• Good coordination, monitoring, and supervisory skills.
• Cost awareness.
• Proactive approach.
• Attention to detail.
• Team player.
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines.
• Multi-tasking/prioritising.
• Analytical and problem-solving mind set.

HSSEQ:

The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country.

We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process. Please contact us confidentially at recruitment.uk@kentplc.com to find out how we can support you.