Engineer Mechanical

Engineer - Mechanical

Croda is a FTSE100 organisationwhere we truly believe our people are our difference and this along with ourvalues of Innovative Responsible and Together create our Purpose Smart scienceto improve lives. With over 5000 employees globally we specialise in theresearch and development of innovative ingredients for the Life Science andConsumer Care markets.

We are focused on developing our inclusiveculture through accountability collaboration and innovation. By joining Crodayou will be part of a team who are using smart science to create a moresustainable future.

As we deliver our ambitious2030 Growth Strategy were looking for a Mechanical this role you will provide essential technical expertise to our mechanical engineering team and the wider site ensuring the integrity and reliability of our assets while driving continuous improvement through sound engineering principles. We are looking for an energetic team player who thrives in a collaborative fast-paced environment.

For the avoidance of doubt we are recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer preferably with design experience not a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer.

Please note: Applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.

WhoWere Looking For:

• Education &Experience: Minimum HNC/HND inMechanical Engineering with proven experience in heavy process industries(e.g. Oil & Gas Petrochemical or Chemical).
• Design Proficiency: Highly skilled in AutoCAD 2D/3D with afocus on translating complex requirements into accurate technical models.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of pressure system standards(ASME B31.3 ASME VIII PD5500) and UK legislation (PSSR/PESR 2016).
• Problem Solving: Experienced in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) andfailure analysis to drive long-term reliability.
• Communication: A natural relationship-builder able to bridge thegap between internal operations and external partners.

WhatYoull Be Doing:

• PlantDesign: Manage the full design lifecyclefrom initial concept to construction. You willdevelop 3D piping and equipment models integrate laser-scan data and producehigh-quality isometrics and GA drawings.
• PlantIntegrity: Collaborate across engineering functions to optimise plant reliabilityoperability and safety.
• ProjectOversight: Lead small-scale projects through to commissioning and provide mechanicalexpertise for major capital investments (FEED and detailed design).
• OperationalEfficiency: Partner with maintenance teams to perform RCAs on equipment failures andimplement engineering solutions that prevent recurrence.
• Compliance& Change: Support Management of Change (MOC) activities contribute to riskassessments and help define site-wide mechanical and integrity standards.

What We Offer:

The successful candidate will receive acompetitive salary and benefits package including:

• Defined benefit pension scheme
• 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
  
• Private medical insurance
  
• Free lunch in on-site restaurant
  
• Access to share plans
  
• Cycle to work scheme
  
• Car leasing scheme
  
• Generous parental leave
  
• Retail platform benefits
  
• Free car parking on Croda sites

Inaddition to the benefits above employees also have access to a salarysacrifice car scheme* after 6 months with the company Cycle to Work scheme*Health Cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme in addition access to numberof health and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year. *Please note salarycriteria is applicable for this benefit.

Additional Information

If you requireany reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issueswith our online application process please email


Why Croda

At Croda we believe our people areour difference. We are people-led driven by the desire to do good and delivervalue a unifying principle shaped by all the great people that havetravelled through Croda since our beginning in 1925. We pride ourselves on bringing togetherdiverse teams and talents from across the globe and guided by our values ofResponsible Innovative and Together we are passionate about building aninclusive collaborative and diverse organisation with innovation and customerfocus underpinning all that we do.

Croda is anequal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications fromsuitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex race disabilityage sexual orientation marriage or civil partnership pregnancy or maternityreligion or belief.

Required Experience:

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