Senior Mechanical (Thermal) Engineer

Location/s: Genoa, IT / Belgrade, Serbia

Relocation supported: Not supported, but internal applications are welcome

Overview of the Role

Our team based in the United Kingdom and Italy is growing and we are looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join us. We seek a mechanical engineer with experience in combined cycles who can lead our detailed design thermal process engineering team as well as owner engineering services.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Work on project delivery and support proposals for combined cycle projects, simple cycle gas turbine plants, hydrogen, CCUS, and general energy transition projects
• Lead the process engineering team to deliver detail design services
• Provide consultancy and owner engineering services on projects
• Support proposal preparation and collaborate with other MM Group offices for proposals and project delivery
• Travel abroad to meet clients during project delivery and proposals
• Deliver projects in accordance with agreed schedules at various stages, including feasibility, planning, tender stage technical drawings, specifications, and construction drawings, and monitor design compliance during construction for power plant applications
• Coordinate with client project teams and internal disciplines within Mott MacDonald, including civil, mechanical, and environmental teams
• Enhance business development by delivering projects in new technologies such as hydrogen, CCUS, and thermal transition

Candidate Specification – Essential

• Mechanical Engineer with an MS degree in mechanical engineering and adequate experience in thermal power plant design and project implementation from proposal to implementation (engineering, procurement, construction) phase and performance testing
• Experience in international projects and international environmental contexts
• Competence/knowledge in gas turbines, steam turbines, steam and water cycle, BoP systems for power plants
• Experience leading a team
• Good understanding of basic and detailed design of thermal power plants, combined cycles, open cycle gas turbines, CHP, and related technologies
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and proficiency in English

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.

Accessibility

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Agile Working

We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces flexibility, well‑being, and trust.

Benefits

• Competitive annual leave
• Private medical insurance
• Continuous development opportunities
• Annual bonus scheme subject to company performance
• Well‑being support, including an independent Employer Assistance Scheme and learning resources
• The opportunity to make a difference and learn more about our social outcomes

Contract Type: Permanent

Work Pattern: Full Time

Market: Energy

Discipline: Mechanical

Job Ref: 12219