Graduate/Trainee Mechanical Engineer Great Yarmouth 2023

Proserv is a controls technology company. Our aim is to offer cutting-edge, disruptive solutions to clients right across the energy sector enabling them to enhance the reliability of critical equipment, extend the life and value of their assets, and improve their operational efficiencies.

Our team not only has the talent and technological expertise to deliver these transformative goals, but day-to-day, we hold to a clear set of Proserv values that underpins everything we do right around the globe.

So, if you believe you not only have the right skills and know-how for this role, but you are a team player; keen to do things the right way; possess an inquisitive and creative mind; prioritise delivering top-quality service and you enjoy helping and collaborating with colleagues or clients – then we really want to hear from you.

What You Need to Know

We are looking for a Graduate or Trainee Mechanical Engineer to join our team, based at Beacon Park, Great Yarmouth. You will join a highly respected and experienced team who will help you kick start your engineering journey with Proserv!

Our Engineering Department is engaged in the design of industrial control systems for the oil & gas, telemetry, and renewable energy sectors. Upon joining us, you will have exposure to the key aspects of the products and services the team design and support. On assignment of product or project-based tasks, you will work with colleagues to design and implement the mechanical aspects of the control systems, comprising hydraulic, pneumatic, instrumentation and all associated documentation.

Personal development will be through a combination of training, practical experience, mentoring and self-learning. Opportunities will be provided to develop base engineering knowledge into a technical understanding of industrial control systems. Involvement supporting other company functions and Proserv’s customers is a key aspect to the role which may on occasions require domestic or international travel.

Key Accountabilities 

• Demonstrate involvement, learning and personal development.
• Develop knowledge of company products, projects and processes.
• Ensure technical solutions conform to relevant specifications and standards
• Ensure the timely delivery of the agreed scopes of supply
• Work within a team to ensure the highest quality, performance and safety of supplied solutions
• Generate documentation to allow design, procurement, manufacture, test, installation, operation & maintenance
• Carry out engineering calculations to confirm that designs meet required specifications
• Compliance of deliverables with company QA/QC requirements
• Any other delegated responsibilities as instructed by Line Management
• The majority of the work to be undertaken will be at the Great Yarmouth facility. However, occasions may require site working (commissioning, testing or support) both in the UK and overseas.
• Good level of personal fitness to enable job holder to maintain offshore survival certificate in addition to a valid UK driving license and passport.

Education

Required

• Engineering qualification at degree (BEng) level, or
• BTEC qualification in an Engineering or Energy subject with related experience.

Preferred

• Engineering qualification at masters (Meng) level.
• Experience of work placement in an Engineering or Energy company.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and written
• Commitment to a career in engineering
• Enthusiasm for engineering technical solutions
• Awareness of control systems in industry
• Awareness of energy industry diversity and transition
• Enthusiasm to develop control system hardware, software and system skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and unsupervised
• Ability to self-motivate and motivate others
• Ability to work within time-cost constraints
• Ability to take guidance from mentors and self-teach
• Willingness to travel globally (where required)
• IT literate including Microsoft Windows and Office
• High level of self-discipline and pride reflected in quality of work

Preferred

• Knowledge of energy industry (renewables or oil & gas)
• Understanding of basic mechanical and hydraulic control systems.
• Understanding of control system design, build or equipment concepts.
• Familiarity with hydraulic / pneumatic control systems and their components.
• Ability to understand fluid dynamics and structural calculations.
• Understanding of CAD systems e.g. Solidworks or Autodesk products.
• Understanding of computer based calculations and analysis software i.e. Mathcad, CS8.
• Understanding of ERP systems.
• Knowledge of materials and their properties.
• Knowledge of design/manufacture of ATEX / PED rated equipment.

Our Benefits

Our colleagues work office hours of 37.5 per week and are flexible, also adopting a hybrid working approach. Our benefits package includes a great pension scheme, Private Medical Insurance, Income Protection and Life Assurance all supplemented with a further flexible benefits scheme which includes the ability to buy/sell holiday, car leasing and many more options to suit your lifestyle.

How To Apply

If you are interested in this position, please:

• Complete the personal details contained in the application below then click Apply.
• Remember to attach your CV, this is a mandatory requirement of the application process.
• Attach any other documentation/covering letter you think may assist with your application – please note that it is preferable that certificates, qualifications etc are not sent at this stage.

Please note that Proserv assess all applications based on merit. Should a suitable candidate be identified, Proserv reserves the right to close the recruitment process prior to the advertised date. Only those candidates considered to be suitable will be invited to interview. We will aim to provide feedback to you during or shortly after the application closing date.