Lead Mechanical Engineer – Energy Sector Cramlington | Full-time | Permanent Join a market-leading engineering team driving projects across petrochemical, waste-to-energy, and renewables. We're recruiting a Lead Mechanical Engineer to take ownership of design and delivery, working on high-impact energy infrastructure from concept to completion. You’ll be the go-to expert for mechanical design, providing technical leadership, client support, and direction to multi-discipline engineering teams. Key Responsibilities * Lead mechanical design across concept, basic, and detailed engineering phases. * Review and approve specs, data sheets, vendor drawings, and technical deliverables. * Provide client-facing consultancy on equipment selection and design. * Ensure QA and compliance with all relevant standards and procedures. * Support internal teams and stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within scope. * Identify opportunities for design improvement, innovation, and cost optimisation. Qualifications * Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). * Significant experience in the onshore energy sector, ideally across petrochemical, WtE, or renewables. * Strong working knowledge of industry codes and mechanical analysis techniques. * Proven leadership skills and ability to manage multidisciplinary teams. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Benefits: * Pension 5% and 3% * Healthcare (personal & discounted for family members) * 25 days annual leave bank holidays * Long service award; one day’s extra leave for every 5 years’ service, up to 5 days. * Life assurance at 3 times salary Working Hours * 40 hours per week, 8:30-5 M-T, Friday 8:30 – 13:30, early finish on a Friday - 5 days in the office with a flexible working policy