Mechanical (Thermal) Engineer

Location/s: Genoa, IT 
Relocation supported: Not supported, but internal applications are welcome
Recruiter contact: Maria Marchidan
Hiring manager contact: Alicia Bahler

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 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

Our team, based in the United Kingdom and Italy, is growing and we are looking for a Mechanical/Process Engineer to join us.

Due to recent project wins, and with further exciting opportunities in the pipeline, we are seeking a mechanical/process engineer with experience in combined cycles who can support our detail design thermal process engineering team, while contributing to Owner’s Engineering services, with the opportunity to develop into a lead role over time.

You will work closely with our existing team members, clients, and subcontractors to build on this success and be a key part of Mott MacDonald’s growth in Italy.

Key responsibilities and duties include:

• Supporting project delivery and contributing to proposals as required for combined cycle projects, simple cycle gas turbines plants, hydrogen, CCUS and energy transition projects
• Supporting the process engineering team in delivering detailed design services 
• Working on projects delivering consultancy and Owner’s Engineering services
• Collaborating with other Mott MacDonald Group offices on project delivery and proposals
• Travelling abroad to meet clients during project delivery and proposal stages
• Delivering work in accordance with agreed schedules at various stages, including feasibility, planning, preparation of tender-stage technical drawings and specifications, production of construction drawings, and design compliance monitoring during construction for power plant applications
• Coordinating with client project teams and internal team disciplines within Mott MacDonald, including civil, mechanical, EC&I, and environmental teams
• Supporting delivery of projects and business development activities in new technologies including hydrogen, CCUS, and the wider energy transition

Candidate specification

Essential:

• Mechanical or Process Engineer with an MSc degree in Mechanical or Process Engineering and experience in thermal power plant design and project implementation, preferably covering proposal through to implementation (engineering, procurement, construction) and performance testing
• Experience on international projects and in international environments
• Strong practical knowledge of gas turbines, steam turbines, steam and water cycle, BoP systems for power plants
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams (experience supporting or mentoring others is beneficial)
• Good understanding of the basic and detailed design of thermal power plants, including combined cycles, open cycle gas turbines, CHP, etc.
• Excellent oral and communication skills, with proficiency in English

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  

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

• Competitive annual leave
• Private medical insurance 
• Continuous development opportunities – because we want you to thrive  
• Annual bonus scheme - subject to Company performance
• 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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