Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting a Mechanical Engineer with vast expertise in static equipment, particularly tank and vessel design, for a proposal involving methanol storage systems. This role is working for the Design Consultancy.
The Mechanical Engineer position comes with a day rate from £450.00 to £500.00 outside of IR35.
Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:
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Lead or support the design and analysis of tanks and pressure vessels, with a focus on methanol storage.
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Conduct structural integrity assessments and FEA (Finite Element Analysis) or equivalent methods.
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Oversee or contribute to the design and installation of nitrogen blanketing systems.
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Prepare technical documentation, analysis reports, and contribute to safety and compliance reviews.
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Interface with other engineering disciplines, project stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
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Ensure designs meet COMAH regulations, industry codes (e.g., API 650, ASME), and internal standards.
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Proven experience in mechanical engineering with focus on static equipment.
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Expertise in tank and vessel design, including detailed knowledge of design codes and standards.
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Experience performing FEA or other structural integrity analyses.
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Familiarity with nitrogen blanketing systems and their integration into COMAH-regulated environments.
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Strong understanding of mechanical safety standards and hazardous area classification.
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Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
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Experience working on Tier 1 COMAH sites.
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Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.
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Experience in process safety or hazardous chemical storage design.
Location, day rate and timeframe of the Mechanical Engineer position:
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Hull area (Hybrid position)
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£450.00 to £500.00 per day
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June 2025 start
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12 months
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