Mechanical Technical Authority

Mechanical Technical Authority
 
Teesside
Permanent
Competitive Salary & Benefits
 
We’re working with a leading chemical manufacturing business to recruit a Mechanical Technical Authority to provide site-wide mechanical engineering leadership, technical governance and asset integrity assurance.
 
Key Responsibilities:

Own mechanical engineering standards, specifications and technical assurance.
Lead mechanical integrity across pressure systems, piping and fixed/rotating equipment.
Oversee asset integrity, reliability, RBI, corrosion and safety-critical equipment.
Provide technical input into MOC, CAPEX, projects and contractor activities.
Support COMAH, PSSR and relevant engineering standards and legislation.
Lead technical investigations, root cause analysis and engineering improvements.
Act as a senior mechanical SME, providing guidance and mentoring across the site. 
Experience & Qualifications:

Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering.
CEng or working towards Chartered status.
10+ years’ experience within chemical, petrochemical, energy or another high-hazard/process environment.
Strong knowledge of mechanical integrity, pressure systems and fixed/rotating equipment.
Experience with COMAH, PSSR and relevant engineering standards.
Strong technical leadership and stakeholder management skills. 
This is a senior technical position offering the opportunity to take ownership of mechanical standards, integrity and engineering assurance across a major manufacturing site.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed