Lead Mechanical Engineer

Location: Reading, UK (Onsite)
Contract: 12 Months (Inside IR35)
Hours: 40 hours per week (Core hours: 09:00 - 15:30)
Working Pattern: 4 days onsite, 1 day WFH

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to join a Joint Venture (JV) Project Management Team during the pre-FEED stage of a major project, based in Reading.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Mechanical Engineer will provide engineering leadership aligned with project objectives and risk strategies
Work closely with PMT and contractors to ensure risks are clearly understood and managed
Drive value improvement and capital efficiency initiatives within design development
Recommend and evaluate design alternatives to optimise cost and schedule
Own and develop engineering standards, specifications, and philosophies
Ensure technical definitions meet pre-FEED / FEED maturity expectations
Support preparation of FEED/EPC scopes an...