Job Description
Mechanical Engineer - Offshore Substations required for a major offshore wind developer based in England
Responsibilities
* Preparation of technical documents/ papers for internal review
* Preparation of employer's requirements and technical specifications
* Management of subconsultants ensuring that HSSE requirements are appropriately accounted for in the designs and that quality requirements are met
* Responsible for the design of mechanical, HVAC, and fire safety systems on onshore / offshore substations
* Review and develop technical specifications, design basis, lists, and calculations for mechanical, HVAC and fire safety components for both onshore and offshore substations
* Review, develop and optimise technical solutions
* Ensure that the deliverables from contractors are of the right quality according to requirements
* Monitor compliance to applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards and specifications
* Support to the project during the FEED, Detailed Design and Construction phases
* Mentoring and training more junior engineers
* Giving technical input to other project functions in your area of knowledge/expertise
* Participation in project team meetings and cross-disciplinary co-operation
* Contributing to project cost book
* Participating in the procurement activities associated with mechanical, HVAC and fire safety systems in the project
Requirements
* Be degree educated in engineering or a related field with proven experience
* Be chartered or working towards chartered status
* Have a successful track record in the delivery of mechanical, HVAC and fire safety systems
* Have strong relationship management skills
* Have highly transferable skills from a related industry (for those without offshore wind experience)
* Good written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work as part of a team
* Ability to carry out/ participate in optioneering to obtain the most favourable outcomes/ solutions
* Have extensive relevant technical design experience within mechanical / HVAC / fire and safety design in offshore substations or offshore oil and gas projects
* Have hands-on experience with P&IDs, design calculations, equipment sizing and specifications within mechanical discipline
* Have a strong analytical and systematic approach, enabling you to handle a range of complex tasks quickly
* Experience in mechanical design of Offshore Substations/ Structures
* Experience in multidisciplinary projects
* Familiarity with 3D design tools and preferably have previous hands-on experience
* Knowledge within HVAC, cranes, emergency generator, MEL will be preferable