Principal or Senior Mechanical Engineer (with people focus) – Net Zero

Job Description

Let's secure the future of energy.

You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.

We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.

We are seeking a technically strong Principal or Senior Mechanical Engineer who also thrives on line-managing staff and assisting with team co-ordination. This position would be based in Glasgow, with a flexible mixture of home-working and office/site collaboration time expected. We also welcome applicants wishing to work part-time. Within our Net Zero Engineering Business, the mechanical team has a focus on diversifying the energy mix in the United Kingdom and elsewhere. This includes power generation (from gas, biomass, hydro and our energy transition teams), natural gas cavern storage, hydrogen (production & cavern storage), and industrial decarbonisation.

Your Purpose: 

Are you an experienced mechanical engineer with excellent leadership abilities? We are looking for a technically strong individual who also thrives on line-managing staff and assisting with team co-ordination.

Do you enjoy a wide variety of tasks and projects? We are looking for someone versatile; you could be working on a small individual assignment or as part of a larger, multi-disciplinary team. You will enjoy working on a range of tasks whilst helping to mentor and train more junior colleagues.Examples of the types of work you may be involved in:

• Supervising, developing, and mentoring others.
• Leading technical aspects of mechanical engineering projects. This may be over a range of design phases, from optioneering through to detailed design.
• Coordinating team activities such as resourcing and group meetings (working alongside the group lead).

What you can bring:

In addition to having communication and leadership skills, key attributes include the following: 

• Master’s degree (MEng/MSc) qualified Mechanical Engineer.
• Chartered Engineer and a member of IMechE is desirable.
• Technical background.
• Experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., power, chemical, oil & gas) is desirable.

Some examples of the technical experience that would be of benefit are:

• Pipe stress analysis.
• Equipment specification and engineering specification writing.
• Pressure part design calculations.
• Plant layout design.
• Checking and providing assurance of deliverables.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis? 

The UK is the first major economy to legislate for a Net Zero target by 2050. To achieve this, our Energy Teams are ensuring a mix of secure and sustainable energies that can meet our industry and lifestyle demands today, and in 30 years' time. We help to power our world through exciting new technologies and intelligent cybersecurity systems on projects that vary greatly in size, scope, and scale. So, you'll be creating the right safe and resilient systems across nuclear power, renewables, decarbonisation development, new builds and energy efficiency. 

We value your diversity and believe that everyone deserves to thrive – no exceptions. You'll be part of a culture committed to finding new talent from underrepresented groups. We're Disability Confident, an Inclusive Employer, and support STEM Returners. We also want to see more women in senior roles at AtkinsRéalis. In the energy sector, we've signed up to the AXIS Pledge, promising to make equal pay, equal leadership, and equal opportunities a reality. 

Security clearance: 

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.  If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. 

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, 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 ability. 

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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.