Jackson Hogg is delighted to be recruiting for a highly experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our client's engineering team based in Cramlington on a full-time, permanent basis. Reporting to the Head of Engineering and Construction, you will play a key role in overseeing mechanical design and engineering activities across a range of projects in the energy sector. This is a leadership position that requires both technical expertise and the ability to provide clear direction to multi-discipline teams. Key Responsibilities * Lead and oversee mechanical engineering activities, philosophies, and technical studies. * Review and approve specifications, data sheets, requisitions, and vendor drawings. * Provide technical consultancy to clients, including equipment selection and design recommendations. * Ensure all engineering work complies with QA standards and client procedures. * Undertake performance and witness testing of mechanical equipment on behalf of the company or client. * Provide expert input across conceptual, basic, and detailed engineering phases. * Offer technical direction, advice, and control within the mechanical discipline. * Identify and evaluate new technologies to deliver cost-effective solutions. * Liaise with clients and internal engineering disciplines to ensure timely delivery of project deliverables. * Develop and improve company standards, design methods, and best practices. * Prepare cost, time, and resource estimates for projects and scope changes. * Provide accurate progress reporting in line with project requirements. * Support business initiatives that drive cost reduction and improved productivity. * Bring deep technical knowledge of mechanical engineering within the onshore energy sector, alongside proven leadership skills and the ability to work autonomously. Essential Requirements * Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). * Extensive experience in the onshore energy industry, ideally across Petrochemical, Waste-to-Energy, or Renewables projects. * Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise teams, from conceptual design through to detailed engineering review. * Strong knowledge of relevant industry codes, standards, and analytical techniques. * Excellent written and spoken English. Desirable * Chartered Member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). * Experience in developing and implementing company standards and design improvements. If this sounds like a role you're intersted in, please apply online or reach out to Eleanor Buckley at Jackson Hogg to learn more