Mechanical and Piping Designer
Are you a detail-oriented Mechanical and Piping Designer with a knack for transforming a blank sheet into accurate 3D models and fabrication drawings?
Clarke Energy is looking for a talented Mechanical and Piping Designer to join our Engineering team in Knowsley, supporting world-class installations and reinforcing our reputation as a leader in sustainable energy solutions.
Why Join Us?
* Competitive salary package
* Hybrid working available after probation
* 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
* Option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days of annual leave
* 7% company pension contribution
* Company laptop provided
* Opportunities to grow within a globally recognised energy business
What You’ll Do
As a key member of our CAD and Design team, you will:
* Develop initial layouts and concept designs to support proposals and tender bids
* Convert tender arrangements into full design deliverables: plan, elevation, and isometric layouts
* Produce detailed fabrication drawings for pipe supports, equipment skids, and structural components
* Model 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
* Collaborate with Mechanical Applications Engineers, Site Engineers, and subcontractors to resolve interface and installation issues
* Conduct site and As-Built surveys to capture data and update construction deliverables
* Maintain CAD systems, troubleshoot issues, and build a library of generic components to improve efficiency
* Mentor junior draughtspersons, ensuring consistent, high-quality outputs
* Ensure compliance with 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 equivalent
* Proficient in 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 thrive in this role if you are:
* Reliable, professional, and trustworthy
* Customer-focused with strong communication and relationship-building skills
* Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
* Flexible and resilient under pressure, adapting to changing priorities
* Analytical and decisive, with a commitment to continuous improvement
* A natural mentor who inspires and supports team growth
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 looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now via LinkedIn or through our website.
Let’s shape the future of energy - together.