Lead Mechanical Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Mechanical Lead Engineer with a strong background in thermal systems, rotating equipment, tanks, and structural integration for industrial energy projects, including thermal storage, modular plants, and packaged energy systems.

This role is critical to ensuring the mechanical and structural reliability of systems developed internally and by third-party suppliers. The candidate will lead the planning and execution of mechanical packages, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure that all designs and equipment meet the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and compliance.

The ideal candidate is both a technical leader and a hands-on problem solver, capable of reviewing, approving, and integrating designs across tanks, rotating equipment, insulation, trace heating, and structural systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for the mechanical discipline across engineering, procurement, and construction phases.
• Define and plan the mechanical scope : tanks, rotating equipment (pumps, blowers, agitators), insulation, trace heating, skids, and auxiliary systems.
• Lead the coordination of mechanical and structural designs with process, electrical, instrumentation, and civil disciplines.
• Review and validate structural calculations and designs (nodes, joints, load combinations) provided by third parties.
• Assess integration of structures with plant equipment, piping, tanks, and access platforms.
• Identify and resolve interferences or conflicts between disciplines.
• Plan tasks and resources, monitor progress, and report status to Project Management.
• Review and approve engineering deliverables (layouts, P&IDs, specifications, datasheets, calculations).
• Supervise vendors and subcontractors during fabrication, installation, and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes (ASME, API, PED, EN, Eurocode, AISC).
• Support FATs, site activities, and commissioning as needed.
• Prepare structural verification reports, risk assessments, and recommend design improvements.

Required skills & experience

Nice to have

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