Mechanical Project Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to complement our existing project delivery team. The successful candidate will act as the Primary Point of Contact between Quality, Construction, and the Client, to ensure reduced non-conformances on installations and to resolve mechanical issues through Field Change Requests. Please note, the candidate will be required to work in line with the Amentum construction team's working rotation. This consists of 10 days on site with a 4-day weekend, starting on a Tuesday and finishing the following Thursday. The candidate will receive overtime and weekend pay rates in line with the site ESCA agreement. The candidate will aid in delivering projects to our key clients and driving the growth of our business in this sector by managing the following key responsibilities:

• Review technical issues identified during construction and determine appropriate engineering solutions.
• Develop and implement the engineering changes in accordance with project procedures, specifications and applicable standards.
• Liaise with Construction and Quality teams to ensure proposed solutions are practical, technically sound and achievable on site.
• Work collaboratively with the Quality Department to investigate non-conformances, identify root causes and develop compliant corrective actions.
• Review existing drawings and design information to determine the impact of proposed changes.
• Use CAD software to modify drawings and incorporate approved engineering changes and produce and manage redline drawings to accurately capture changes made during construction.
• Maintain accurate technical records and provide supporting documentation for NCR/FCR close-out.
+ Manage and coordinate engineering modifications through the SWITCH system, including the creation, review and closure of Field Change Requests (FCRs).
• Other responsibilities may become required as the Project develops and changes.
  
  Role specific degree or NVQ L6
• Experience of carrying out design reviews, technical submissions and compliance.
• Experience using CAD software
• A chartered level of qualification is desirable. Graduate or other post holders not meeting these criteria should provide evidence of extensive experience working in programme and project environments
• Membership of a relevant professional body such as the ICE or an engineering institution is preferred
• Mechanical & Structural engineering experience is essential and Civil Engineering experience preferable but not essential.
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Any offer of employment will be strictly subject to the relevant security requirements for the role being met. This means that you will need to have, or be able to obtain, Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance and either Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. The security clearance process may require non-British nationals or dual nationals (i.e. those with British and another nationality) to be subject to additional evaluation, depending on nationalities held and the nature of the work to be carried out.

The successful candidate will gain the privilege of joining the Access Contract, a multidisciplinary team on an ever-changing site for one of Amentum's most exciting delivery partners. At Amentum, we provide construction solutions for the most innovative and high-tech clients the UK has to offer., Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work. When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.


• Full time
• UK Background Check/Vetting
At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. If you're passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive. Here, we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all. We'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.