Principal Mechanical Process Engineers
Posted 1 week ago by Belcan
Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Principal Mechanical Process Engineer role involves supporting a confidential project for a leading UK-based engineering and construction consultancy on a 6-month contract basis, with potential for extension. The position is hybrid, requiring 3 days on-site and the remainder remote, and falls inside IR35. Candidates must have substantial experience in the Life Sciences or Pharmaceutical sectors and will work within a multidisciplinary team on various projects. The role emphasizes mechanical engineering design, compliance, and collaboration with vendors and design teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the mechanical lead on assigned projects
- Develop mechanical engineering design deliverables, including calculations, datasheets, specifications, scopes of work, and schedules
- Participate in safety, constructability, and risk assessment reviews
- Review and approve mechanical deliverables to ensure compliance with quality standards and client requirements
- Evaluate vendor quotations and coordinate with equipment and package vendors
- Specify and evaluate utility systems and their capacities
- Review piping design documents, including isometrics and layout drawings
- Contribute to plant layout development
Key Skills:
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Extensive experience in the Life Sciences or Pharmaceutical industry
- Proven ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams
- Chartered Engineer status (desirable)
- A proactive, innovative mindset with a strong focus on client satisfaction
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Engineering
Principal Mechanical Process Engineers – 6-Month+ Contract (Hybrid, UK) Belcan Workforce Solutions are currently seeking experienced Principal Mechanical Process Engineers to support a confidential project in the UK with a leading UK-based engineering and construction consultancy. This is a 6-month contract position, with strong potential for extension, offered on a hybrid basis—3 days per week on-site and the remainder remote. This role falls Inside IR35. To be considered, candidates must have substantial experience within the Life Sciences or Pharmaceutical sectors. As our client’s engineering team continues to grow and secure exciting new projects, we are looking for several contract Principal Mechanical Process Engineers to join their collaborative, innovative, and supportive team. In this role, you will work within a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers, contributing to a diverse portfolio of projects. These range from the recovery and repurposing of existing assets to the design and installation of new systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the mechanical lead on assigned projects
- Develop mechanical engineering design deliverables, including calculations, datasheets, specifications, scopes of work, and schedules
- Participate in safety, constructability, and risk assessment reviews
- Review and approve mechanical deliverables to ensure compliance with quality standards and client requirements
- Evaluate vendor quotations and coordinate with equipment and package vendors
- Specify and evaluate utility systems and their capacities
- Review piping design documents, including isometrics and layout drawings
- Contribute to plant layout development
Requirements: Essential: Degree in Mechanical Engineering Extensive experience in the Life Sciences or Pharmaceutical industry Proven ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams Desirable: Chartered Engineer status A proactive, innovative mindset with a strong focus on client satisfaction This is an excellent opportunity for a Principal Mechanical Process Engineer looking to make a significant impact on high-profile projects within a dynamic and forward-thinking consultancy.