Area Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Area Mechanical Engineer£47,000 - £53,000BirminghamDays Only (Mon-Fri)gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Area Mechanical Engineer to work at their facility based near BirminghamPerformance Objectives

• To provide a professional engineering & maintenance support through the application of appropriate expertise, knowledge and experience.
• To focus on the preparation of design calculations, in accordance with all relevant standards and legislation adopting all necessary standard formats and procedures.
• To focus on the financial aspects of contracts which include the final project valuations; preparation of project briefs and material and carry out presentations to client.
• Ensure improvements are made with regards to reliability
• Perform RCAs (Root Cause Analysis) of issues.
• Support, mentor and provide guidance to the area maintenance personnel.
• Perform in-depth planning and monitoring of activities during periods of planned downtime.
• Perform reviews of Planned Maintenance activities/tasks to ensure their efficiency and validity.

Key Objectives

• To understand all Mechanical Principle and an understanding of Civil Engineering.
• Basic understanding of electrical control would be ideal.
• To have a thorough understanding of all EHS aspects of engineering, including CDM, HAZOP, confined spaces and contractor control.
• Develop engineering specifications to all relevant BS engineering standard, code of practices and Arconic standards.
• To project manage engineering installations/activities using Microsoft Project and Oracle based budget management tools.
• To assist in improving Plant and equipment "up-time"
• Review tender documents from third party suppliers.
• Manage budgets
• Follow installation of projects with training of on-site personnel, completion of all documentation and project files.
• To be able to review and critically analyse engineering drawings.
• A basic understanding of operational skills for AutoCAD and AutoCAD inventor.
• To be able to follow drawing office systems for filing of drawings etc.
• To have a high competency of IT usage i.e. Microsoft Word and internal systems.
• To be capable of working with contractors and on-site personnel during installation.
• Attention to detail.
• To be able to work within and lead teams.
• Support area maintenance teams with issues and breakdowns.
• Proactive approach and be self-motivated to achieve goals and targets.
• Have a good knowledge of hydraulic systems

Person Specification

• HNC/HND (preferably a Degree) in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Experience or a strong desire to work within a manufacturing/production environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise at all levels.
• Leadership experience is desirable.
• Technical knowledge within the areas of heavy engineering and fast paced production environments.
• Ability to analyse technically complex problems and develop the most appropriate solutions.
• Ability to work with others (at all levels of the organization) and positively influence a team along with a proven record of implementing change in an engineering and maintenance environment.

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