Europe Mechanical Engineer & Project Engineer (m/f/d)

Europe Mechanical Engineer & Project Engineer (m/f/d)

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Bakelite

At Bakelite, you’ll help us create a better tomorrow with sustainable and innovative chemistry today.

Europe Mechanical Engineer & Project Engineer : The Impact You’ll Have on the Organization and World

Ensures Regulatory Compliance Across Europe

Mitigates Risk of Mechanical Failures

Drives Capital Project Success

Sets Engineering Standards Across the Region

Leads Cross-Functional Collaboration for Asset Reliability

Life in Barry Barry is a vibrant seaside town located on the southern coast of Wales, just 9 miles from Cardiff, the Welsh capital. It offers a blend of natural beauty, historical charm, and modern conveniences, with several popular beaches, including the award‑winning Whitmore Bay, making it a great spot for relaxation and outdoor activities. The town also offers good local schools, friendly communities, and excellent transport links, including a direct rail connection to Cardiff and the M4 corridor.

Typical Day Look Like?

Lead Mechanical Integrity Assessments

Maintain and Update Criticality Registers

Develop Written Schemes of Examination

Approve Mechanical and Structural Designs

Manage Capital Projects

Collaborate with Stakeholders

Monitor and Report Asset Condition

What is Needed to be Successful in this Role (Required Skills/Abilities) Required Education & Experience

Degree: University degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Experience: Minimum of 10 years in a Mechanical or Project Engineering role within the chemical or process industries.

Mechanical Integrity Expertise: Proven experience managing Mechanical Integrity programmes, including:

Written Schemes of Examination (WSE)

Inspection planning

Degradation analysis

Repair execution

Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of applicable EU standards and directives, such as:

Pressure Equipment Directive (2014/68/EU)

Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC)

Seveso Directive

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, including working effectively with non-native English speakers.

Preferred Skills & Competencies

Technical Leadership: Ability to act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in mechanical integrity and structural design.

Project Management: Skilled in leading capital projects from scope development through to execution.

Analytical Thinking: Strong capability in assessing degradation mechanisms, failure modes, and material suitability.

Collaboration: Experience working cross-functionally with site leaders, maintenance teams, and external consultants.

Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with SAP for asset condition reporting and compliance tracking.

Standard Development: Experience in developing and maintaining engineering standards (e.g., pipe classes, vessel design, metallurgy).

Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel within Europe for up to one week at a time, as required by the business.

Are you ready to help us build a better tomorrow and put your fingerprints on the world? Apply for this exciting opportunity, and learn more about our hiring process, insights from our global associates, our robust benefits and more at Bakelite.com/careers.

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Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Chemical Manufacturing

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