Mechanical and Piping Designer

Clarke Energy Uk; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainable energy solutions provider in the UK is looking for a detail-driven Mechanical and Piping Designer to join their Engineering team. This role involves creating 3D models and fabrication drawings, mentoring junior team members, and ensuring adherence to safety and environmental standards. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years' experience and proficiency in AutoCAD and Plant 3D. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Hybrid working after probation

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

7% company pension contribution

Company laptop

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' piping design experience in Petrochemical or Service industries.
• Strong IT proficiency and knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to mentor and support junior draughtspersons.

Responsibilities

• Create layouts and designs from scratch for proposals and bids.
• Develop full design deliverables for tender arrangements.
• Produce detailed fabrication drawings for various components.
• Model piping and components in 3D and generate P&ID diagrams.
• Liaise with engineers and subcontractors to resolve issues.

Skills

Piping design and detailing

3D solid modelling

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD P&ID

Plant 3D

Autodesk Navisworks

Job description

Mechanical and Piping Designer

Are you a detail-driven Mechanical and Piping Designer with a talent for turning a ‘blank sheet’ into precise 3D models and fabrication drawings?

Clarke Energy are seeking a skilled Mechanical and Piping Designer to join our growing Engineering team at Knowsley, helping us deliver world-class installations and uphold our reputation as a leader in sustainable energy solutions.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid working on offer following probation
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Option to buy/sell up to 5 extra days of annual leave
• 7% company pension contribution
• Company laptop
• Opportunities to grow in a globally recognised energy business

What You’ll Do

As a key member of our CAD and Design team, you’ll:

• Create initial layouts and concept designs from a blank sheet to support proposals and tender bids
• Develop tender arrangements into full design deliverables: plan, elevation and isometric general layouts
• Produce detailed fabrication drawings for pipe supports, equipment skids and other structural items
• Model all piping and plant components in 3D using AutoCAD and Plant 3D
• Generate P&ID diagrams in AutoCAD P&ID and isometric fabrication drawings in Plant 3D
• Liaise with Mechanical Applications Engineers, Site Engineers and sub-contractors to resolve interface and installation issues
• Undertake site surveys and As-Built surveys to capture data and update construction deliverables
• Maintain CAD systems, troubleshoot faults and build a library of generic components to boost efficiency
• Mentor and coach junior draughtspersons, ensuring high quality, consistent deliverables
• Ensure full adherence to Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality management policies

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ piping design and detailing experience in Petrochemical or Service industries
• HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Fully conversant with AutoCAD, AutoCAD P&ID, Autodesk Navisworks and Plant 3D
• Strong 3D solid modelling skills and good IT proficiency (Microsoft Office suite)

Desirable:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Familiarity with Clarke Energy products, processes and applications

Your Strengths

You’ll excel in this role if you are:

• A role model for reliability, integrity and professionalism
• Customer-focused with excellent relationship building and communication skills
• Highly organised, with outstanding attention to detail and planning abilities
• Flexible, resilient and calm under pressure, adapting to changing priorities
• Analytical and balanced in decision making, with a commitment to continuous improvement
• A natural mentor who motivates and supports team members to grow

About Clarke Energy

Clarke Energy is a multi-award-winning global leader in sustainable energy solutions. As the largest authorised distributor and service provider for INNIO’s hydrogen-ready gas engines, we operate in 29 territories worldwide. We design, install and maintain reliable energy systems that support the global transition to net zero.

Our culture is built on trust, collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence. When you join Clarke Energy, you become part of a team that values your expertise and invests in your future.

Ready to Power the Future?

If you’re a design-driven engineer seeking your next challenge, we want to hear from you. Apply now via LinkedIn or through our website.

Let’s shape the future of energy – together.

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