**It's Better with Bakelite**: Our Commitment Back to You
- You’ll Help Shape Our Future. As a Bakelite associate, you’re part of a diverse, general population creating the next generation of the company and we expect you to put your fingerprint on it.
- We Champion Our Associates. At Bakelite, you don’t just climb the career ladder - you pave your personal path through continued learning and development.
- Together, We Will Protect the Planet. From our processes to our products, we are focusing on the opportunities that both grow our profitability as a company, and improve and protect the planet.
- Safety is a Core Value. At Bakelite, safety is a 24/7 mindset. We are all safe today to ensure we are able to show up tomorrow - for our families and friends, for each other and for our communities.
- We Care. Plain and simple, we care about our associates. From the top on down, we place a high value on our culture and the associate experience. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefits and support our associates every step of their career.
**Europe Mechanical Engineer & Project Engineer**: The Impact You’ll Have On The Organization and World
- Ensures Regulatory Compliance Across Europe
Leads mechanical integrity efforts to maintain full compliance with EU and UK pressure equipment regulations, safeguarding operational safety and legal adherence across all European sites.
- Mitigates Risk of Mechanical Failures
Provides expert leadership in mechanical integrity assessments and repair planning, significantly reducing the risk of critical equipment failures and unplanned downtime.
- Drives Capital Project Success
Manages and executes key capital projects at the Barry site, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and alignment with strategic engineering goals.
- Sets Engineering Standards Across the Region
Develops and approves mechanical and structural engineering standards and designs, establishing consistency and excellence in engineering practices across all EU sites.
- Leads Cross-Functional Collaboration for Asset Reliability
**Life in Barry**:
Barry is a vibrant seaside town located on the southern coast of Wales, just 9 miles from Cardiff, the Welsh capital. It offers a blend of natural beauty, historical charm, and modern conveniences, with several popular beaches, including the award-winning Whitmore Bay, making it a great spot for relaxation and outdoor activities. The town also offers good local schools, friendly communities, and excellent transport links, including a direct rail connection to Cardiff and the M4 corridor.
Does a Typical Day Look Like? Here are your primary responsibilities:
- Lead Mechanical Integrity Assessments:
Oversee integrity assessments for high-risk mechanical assets across all European sites, responding to inspection outcomes and managing changes as needed.
- Maintain and Update Criticality Registers:
Own and regularly update the Mechanical Integrity Criticality Assessment Register based on new findings and the addition of new assets.
- Develop Written Schemes of Examination:
Work with external consultants to create and maintain Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) and Written Schemes of Examination (WSE) for pressure vessels, tanks, pipework, and other assets.
- Approve Mechanical and Structural Designs:
Review and give final approval for all mechanical and structural designs for new or modified equipment across EU sites.
- Manage Capital Projects:
Lead, plan, and execute key capital projects at the Barry site, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Collaborate with Stakeholders:
Work closely with site maintenance leaders, site leaders, and engineering teams to agree on repair plans and key decisions arising from integrity inspections.
- Monitor and Report Asset Condition:
Use SAP and other tools to report on asset condition, compliance of inspections, and identify assets requiring end-of-life planning or overdue assessments.
What is Needed to be Successful in this Role (Required Skills/Abilities):
Required Education & Experience
- Degree: University degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years in a Mechanical or Project Engineering role within the chemical or process industries.
- Mechanical Integrity Expertise: Proven experience managing Mechanical Integrity programmes, including:
- Written Schemes of Examination (WSE)
- Inspection planning
- Degradation analysis
- Repair execution
- Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of applicable EU standards and directives, such as:
- Pressure Equipment Directive (2014/68/EU)
- Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC)
- Seveso Directive
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, including working effectively with non-native English speakers.
Preferred Skills & Competencies
- Technical Leadership: Ability to act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in mechanical integrity and structural design.
- Project Management: Skilled in leading capital projects from scope