Mechanical Fitter
- Location: London
- Salary: Market related
Spencer Ogden are looking at mechanical fitters in the UK next April to the middle of June.
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Role: Mechanical Fitter
Start Date: April 2024
Duration:
Location: TBC
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Please note that this is a position outside of IR35.
If you are interested in finding out more, please email Dan on daniel.tau@spencer-ogden.com or call on 020 7268 9253
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Location: Singapore, Kallang Duration: 1 year contract Position of: Draftsman Scope of Responsibility includes: - • Responsible in designing, coordination, and preparation of specification and plans and to liaise with Project Managers and Engineers for drawings and submission approval • To develop & coordinate technical drawings (mechanical) for submission, tender & construction • To prepared detailed shop drawing and as built drawing • Review and verify drawings to ensure compliance with design specifications and guidelines • Able to multi-task Requirement: • Candidate must possess at least a Diploma, Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, others or equivalent • Proficient in AutoCAD 2D & 3D • At least 4 year(s) of working experience in the related field is required for this position • Preferably candidates from mechanical/electrical background • Good command of English language, both spoken and written • Independent, resulted-oriented and self-driven team player with good communication skills • Possess excellent team spirit Interested applicants please send CV to krystal.kow@spencer-ogden.com
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Engineering Manager The position is to be filled for an undetermined period of time. Your tasks: Independent set-up and control of an engineering team within projects (engineering management) Implementation and coordination of construction projects in connection with process engineering/power plant-specific tasksPreparation of project phase-dependent documents (terms of reference, tenders, etc.)Preparation of cost estimatesParticipation in project meetings, negotiations, evaluation of bids and preparation of award recommendationsEnsuring quality assurance and quality control during the planning, tendering, construction and operation phasesSelecting and specifying CHP plant and heating plant components in accordance with international regulations and standards as well as internal Vattenfall standardsParticipation in inter-project and inter-departmental exchanges of experiencePreparation of meeting reports and presentationsIn this role, you report to the Project Manager within a project and to the Manager Execution Engineering, be a sparring partner for the project manager and the rest of the project management teamUsing "people Skills" to build and motivate engineering teams. Your profile Degree in process engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or power plant engineering and at least 5 years of professional experience in planning and project management. Experience in the operation of heating and combined heat and power plants is an advantageYour professional skills include a sound knowledge of power plant-specific processes in heat generation plants as well as the interface of generation plants to district heating networks, CCS is a plusYour personal competencies include leadership qualities and excellent analytical skillsYou work in a structured manner, are self-initiated and have good communication skillsGood focus on safety and safety in designYou have a very good command of Swedish and EnglishYou have experience in planning and engineering processes as well as in teamwork, including cultural sensitivityWorking on interdisciplinary topics and interfaces with other departments are obligatory for youTravelling is not a problem for you. Engineering Manager The position is to be filled for an undetermined period of time. Your tasks: Independent set-up and control of an engineering team within projects (engineering management) Implementation and coordination of construction projects in connection with process engineering/power plant-specific tasksPreparation of project phase-dependent documents (terms of reference, tenders, etc.)Preparation of cost estimatesParticipation in project meetings, negotiations, evaluation of bids and preparation of award recommendationsEnsuring quality assurance and quality control during the planning, tendering, construction and operation phasesSelecting and specifying CHP plant and heating plant components in accordance with international regulations and standards as well as internal Vattenfall standardsParticipation in inter-project and inter-departmental exchanges of experiencePreparation of meeting reports and presentationsIn this role, you report to the Project Manager within a project and to the Manager Execution Engineering, be a sparring partner for the project manager and the rest of the project management teamUsing "people Skills" to build and motivate engineering teams. Your profile Degree in process engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or power plant engineering and at least 5 years of professional experience in planning and project management. Experience in the operation of heating and combined heat and power plants is an advantageYour professional skills include a sound knowledge of power plant-specific processes in heat generation plants as well as the interface of generation plants to district heating networks, CCS is a plusYour personal competencies include leadership qualities and excellent analytical skillsYou work in a structured manner, are self-initiated and have good communication skillsGood focus on safety and safety in designYou have a very good command of Swedish and EnglishYou have experience in planning and engineering processes as well as in teamwork, including cultural sensitivityWorking on interdisciplinary topics and interfaces with other departments are obligatory for youTravelling is not a problem for you.
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Summary The Senior Electrical Engineer I&C will provide Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) and Electrical engineering supports to proposal and contract project operation across Boiler, Selective Catalytic Reduction System (SCR), Air Quality Control Systems (AQCS), Wastewater Spray Dryer (WSD), Flue Gas Desulfurization Systems (FGD), Turbine and After Market Service areas. These include generating documents and/or furnishing consultation in engineering calculations and analysis. I & C equipment specifications, technical evaluation, analog and digital control logic diagrams, combustion control system (CCS) & burner management system (BMS) philosophy, process control and alarm set?point list, analytical instruments, loop diagrams, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), process flow diagrams (PFDs) review, Instrument List, IO List, and ISA format Data Sheets, etc. Electrical equipment specifications, technical evaluation, cable block diagrams, electrical control schematics, interconnection wiring diagrams, one-line diagrams, electrical load list, electrical area classification, and P&IDs & PFDs review. Excellent understanding and knowledge of I&C / Electrical Engineering for power plant environment. Must have a thorough understanding of Codes and Standards related to Power Plant design and installation. Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesEssential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Develops major Instrumentation and Controls engineering specifications, bid evaluations, and vendor document/drawing reviews for equipment (i.e., Distributed Control System (DCS), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), CEMS/NOx Monitoring System, Analyzers, Vibration Monitoring System, Fabric Filter Cleaning Control System, Transmitters, Thermocouples, Control Valves, etc.Prepares and reviews engineering calculations, P&IDs, control system narratives and control system architecture, operator interface layout, instrument connection and installation details, location drawings and technical specificationsGenerates DCS Graphic drawings and control logic diagram using SAMA/ISA format for BMS/CCS controls for Boiler and Burners, AQCS, SCR, WSD, FGD, etc. Develops major electrical engineering specifications, bid evaluations, and vendor drawings reviews for equipment (i.e. Medium & Low Voltage Motors (per NEMA MG1), Power Transformers, Switchgear, Motor Control Centers, UPS and VFD Systems, and Pre?Engineered Power Distribution Centers (PDC), and Equipment Layout. etc.Prepares and reviews engineering calculations, one?line diagrams, schematics, block diagrams, wiring diagrams, load list, hazardous area classification (per NFPA 496 & 497), cable schedules, cable tray routings, lighting layouts, panel schedules, grounding layouts, heat tracing, lightning protection layouts, and other electrical layout drawings and specifications as requiredEnsures that I&C / Electrical design & engineering deliverables are delivered per contract specifications, and within budget and schedule as lead engineer, if assignedReviews I&C / Electrical related documents to mechanical, electrical and process equipment technical specifications and vendor drawings of equipment manufacturers or subcontractor’s and prepares comments and recommendationsCoordinates all I&C / Electrical engineering interfaces with other discipline and client as lead engineer, if assignedPrepares I&C / Electrical engineering work plans/progress report and monitor man?hours as lead engineerEnsures work products meet all applicable local and industry codes, standards and regulatory guides specifically NFPA, NEMA, ASME, ISA, etc.Able to review and understand DCS and PLC configuration drawingsAble to support and execute multiple proposal and contract as project discipline engineer with minimum supervisionPerforms I&C / Electrical related equipment inspection FAT Conducts field survey as deemed required Other Duties & Responsibilities Provide supports in developing I&C / Electrical engineering standards and practicesPossess excellent analytical, decision making, planning and organization skillsMust possess excellent leadership skills with the ability to lead others, provide coaching, development and mentoring of subordinatesAbility to travel both within the USA and to other countries, as deemed necessaryFoster a teamwork environmentCommunicate effectively with all levels of employeesAbility to work independently and with othersContinuously seek ways to improve processes to reduce man?hoursOrganize, maintain and control the status of electrical documents & drawings in PWMaintain the highest degree of honesty and integrity at all times Knowledge, Skills, & EducationTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience: Must have a Bachelor's degree (BA) in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a four?year accredited college or university. Candidate shall have a minimum fifteen (15) years’ experience in Instrumentation & Controls / Electrical engineering and design. Post?graduate education is desirable and will be credited as working experience. Excellent understanding and knowledge of industry codes and standards (ANSI/ISA?5.1, NFPA/NEC, IEEE, NEMA) as they relate to the Power Plant. Candidate shall have strong leadership, communication and presentation skills.Language Skills: Candidate must be fluent in English. Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. Must be able to interact and communicate well with individuals in all areas of the company.Mathematical Skills: Candidate must possess the necessary mathematical skills required to perform the work and responsibilities described herein.Reasoning Ability: Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound engineering decisions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or schematic form. Computer Skills: Candidate must literate in using common MS Office software including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access. Knowledge of graphics, technical diagrams, flow charts, etc.