Senior Mechanical Pipeline Engineer

Job title: Senior Mechanical/Pipeline Engineer

Location: Cumbria (on-site)

Who are we recruiting for?

A confidential, award-winning major hazards research & full-scale testing centre driving the Energy Transition with unique experiments on gaseous and liquid fuels.

What will you be doing?

• Leading end-to-end mechanical/pipeline projects—concept, design, build, and commissioning—with assured delivery.


• Producing robust design briefs, calculations, BoMs, and formal design packs with internal/external partners.


• Guiding multidisciplinary teams; coaching juniors and elevating best practice.


• Steering procurement and technical bid evaluations; managing scope, risks, and change.


• Communicating findings to clients—clear reports, data-driven insights, and strong presentations.

Are you the ideal candidate?

• Qualified Mechanical Engineer (degree) and Chartered or on the path; pipeline/mechanical fundamentals mastered.


• Successful track record in energy sector projects; gas transmission & distribution experience.


• Fluent with pump/piping design, fluid systems, pipe stress, and P&IDs.


• Motivated, adaptable, and focused—juggling multiple deadlines without compromising quality.


• UK driving licence; able to obtain UK Security Clearance; willing to be site-based.

What's in it for you?

• Vibrant career growth with training, mentoring, and clear progression.


• Profit share bonus; pension up to 9%; life assurance & income protection.


• 26 days holiday + bank holidays; private medical & dental; health assessments; gym allowance.


• EAP support; eye-test & glasses contributions; flu jabs; retail discounts; professional fees reimbursed.


• Work in a refreshed, inspiring location near Northumberland & Lake District National Parks.

Who are we?

Executive Integrity is a global executive search and recruitment consultancy for a more sustainable world with a focus on talent within the Maritime and Renewable Energy sectors.

We give a proportion of all our profits to Renewable World, a charity that develops affordable and innovative renewable energy solutions to poverty-stricken communities.

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