This is a rare opportunity to spend
up to
18 months in Auckland, New Zealand
, before relocating to the
West Midlands, UK
. Ideal for an experienced professional seeking international exposure, this role offers the chance to apply your expertise in a new market, build cross-cultural leadership skills, and gain global best-practice experience while enjoying a unique personal adventure.
An innovative organisation is embarking on an exciting new chapter, leading a landmark collaborative R&D project co-funded by the UK Department for Business and Trade through the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC). In partnership with leading automotive, recycling, and academic institutions, the company is developing a sustainable, onshore circular battery supply chain for electric vehicles. As part of this initiative, it is designing, building, and operating a demonstration-scale, low-carbon hydrometallurgical facility to refine black mass recovered from lithium-ion batteries. The role will be supporting this demonstration-scale facility that processes black mass into refined metal salt outputs, giving successful candidates the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge innovation with lasting impact.
The
Plant Layout Engineer
will:
* Develop mechanical plant layouts, equipment designs, and supporting infrastructure.
* Prepare engineering calculations, equipment specifications, datasheets, and BOMs.
* Provide guidance on CAD / BIM systems, 3D modelling, and drawing development.
* Assist with plant scoping, cost estimation, and integration of procured equipment.
* Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, risk assessments, and ensure safe, operable designs.
* Support plant commissioning, troubleshooting, and post-installation documentation.
The
Plant Layout Engineer
will have:
* BE (Hons) or BTech degree in Mechanical Engineering.
* Preferably registered as an Emerging Professional with a recognised Engineering body.
* Minimum of 4 years post-qualification engineering design experience.
* Experience in hydrometallurgical process scale-up or plant design is advantageous.
* Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
* Hands-on, practical approach with proficiency in engineering software and general computer use.
If you're a hands-on, innovative
Plant Layout Engineer
ready to gain international experience and work on sustainable, cutting-edge technology, we want to hear from you.
Apply today to join a dynamic, forward-thinking team and make a real-world impact.