Senior / Principal Mechanical Engineer (Mechanical / Piping Designer)

Location/s: Sofia, BG
Recruiter contact: Maria Cervantes

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. 

We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance – we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. 

Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you’re surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant.

About the business unit
The Energy Unit (EEN) delivers services to clients globally across several sectors including hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable generation and transmission & distribution networks. Together we provide integrated engineering and project management services across the project lifecycle – from concept and design to construction and operations, to decommissioning or repowering and life extension. Together with our clients, we’re helping to deliver the energy transition globally.

Overview of the role
In recent years, Mott MacDonald’s Nuclear division (NDC- Nuclear: Defence and Civil), part of the Energy unit, has been assembling a robust team of engineers at their Sofia office. Their focus is on delivering highly specialized multidisciplinary design services for the energy, high-hazard, and life science industries. The Sofia team aims to be a trusted partner across regions and units within the Mott MacDonald landscape, fostering long-lasting client relationships through innovation and professional expertise. Given our increasing workload and exciting prospects, we are actively seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our team.

As a Mechanical Engineer at Mott MacDonald, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, designing mechanical/piping systems that power the world’s most critical projects. Reporting to the lead engineer, your role will encompass a wide range of responsibilities, ensuring seamless project execution and sustainable solutions.

Key responsibilities and duties include: 

• Mechanical and Piping Design: Dive into the heart of infrastructure by designing mechanical and piping systems. From mechanical equipment arrangement to pipe routing, you’ll shape the backbone of our projects
• Precision Documentation: Create meticulous design documents using Aveva e3D and AutoCAD. Your attention to detail will ensure flawless execution
• Collaboration: Coordinate seamlessly with other disciplines, fostering a holistic approach to project delivery
• Code Compliance: Conduct thorough research to ensure compliance with industry standards and good practices. Your expertise will keep us on the cutting edge
• Comprehensive Reporting: Prepare detailed mechanical/piping drawings/ reports, providing clarity and transparency
• Project Development: Assist in developing drawings and model-based quantity take-offs, contributing to project success
• Timely Delivery: Reporting progress to the lead engineer, you’ll ensure deadlines are met within allocated man-hours

Candidate specification
Essential: 

• Master’s (Bachelor’s) degree in mechanical engineering or related field
• Proficiency in Aveva e3D modelling, AutoCAD and MS Office suites
• Experience in generation of Mechanical/ Piping General Arrangement Drawings, Isometrics, Bill of Materials is highly valued
• Working proficiency in English is required
• Experience in Design as a Registered Engineer
• Ability to collaborate across borders

Desirable:

• Experience in industry sector is advantageous
• Familiarity with codes, standards, and design guidelines
• International experience
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude

Equality, diversity, and inclusion 

We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.

Accessibility

We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

Agile working 

Happy to talk Flexible Working and how we can support your responsibilities beyond the workplace.

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

• 25 days per year annual leave
• Life insurance
• An annual professional institution subscription (certification at NAFEMS or equivalent) 
• Annual company performance bonus scheme – subject to Company performance 
• Continuous development opportunities – because we want you to thrive   
• Wellbeing support including access to an independent Employer Assistance Scheme, wellbeing champions and access to learning and support resources 
• The opportunity to make a difference; learn more about our social outcomes

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