Mechanical Engineer

Koch Inc.; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in the UK is seeking a detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer specializing in the design of process skids, modular systems, and pressure vessels. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in piping stress analysis and mechanical design, ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role offers competitive compensation and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proficient in piping design and stress analysis using CAESAR II.
• Strong understanding of piping codes and standards (ASME B31.3, ISO).

Responsibilities

• Design process skids and pressure vessels including piping supports.
• Perform piping stress analysis using CAESAR II.
• Review/approve mechanical deliverables from CAD team.
• Prepare and review mechanical design documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams for compliance.

Skills

Piping design and stress analysis

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAESAR II

PV Elite

STAAD Pro

Job description

Your Job

We are looking for a detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer specializing in the design of process skids, modular systems and pressure vessels. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in piping stress analysis and mechanical design, ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance with industry standards.

Our Team

Join a global leader in emissions control, heat and mass transfer, and clean‑air combustion systems. At ETA Process Plant, we deliver innovative, cost‑effective solutions that help our customers operate cleaner, safer, and more efficiently.

What You Will Do

• Design process skids, modular systems and pressure vessels including piping and equipment supports.
• Perform piping stress analysis using CAESAR II to evaluate thermal expansion, flexibility, and load conditions.
• Review/approve mechanical deliverables such as general arrangement and detailed drawings produced by the CAD team.
• Prepare and review mechanical design documentation and technical reports.
• Collaborate with process engineers, CAD designers, fabricators, and project teams to ensure constructability and compliance.
• Review vendor drawings and material specifications for compliance and quality.
• Support procurement, fabrication, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure all designs meet safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Participate in design reviews, project meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support sales activities with mechanical engineering expertise.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proficient in piping design and stress analysis using CAESAR II.
• Strong understanding of piping codes and standards (ASME B31.3, ISO).
• Ability to interpret P&IDs and process flow diagrams.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience with pressure vessel design and analysis using PV Elite.
• Knowledge of structural steel design and analysis using STAAD Pro.
• Familiarity with pressure vessels, modular system construction and integration.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent certification.
• Experience working on offshore or onshore process facilities.
• Knowledge of fabrication, welding standards, and inspection procedures.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritise and manage multiple deliverables and deadlines.

Company Overview

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Compensation may be higher or lower than the estimate based on knowledge, skills, abilities, location and other factors.

As a Koch company, Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) is a dynamic network of businesses that work together to create an ecosystem of domain expertise to increase operational efficiency, improve safety, reduce waste, and reduce emissions. Employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better, and the business seeks to create a supportive work environment that balances professional and personal needs.

Why Koch

• Office‑based design work with periodic visits to fabrication shops or project sites.
• Collaborative environment with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Travel as required for site visits and vendor coordination.