Principal Mechanical Designer

4 weeks ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Wood Full time

Unlock the Solutions to Complex Technical Challenges

At Wood, we are seeking a highly skilled Principal Mechanical Designer - Fired Heaters to join our Technology and Products team based in Reading. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering complex designs for specialized Fired Heaters across the globe for large-scale projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the mechanical design of fired heaters, supporting in the proposal process for new work, producing and controlling man hour budgets, overseeing the production of all drawings and production materials.
  • Support the delivery manager by leading some of the smaller studies.
  • Collaborate with our highly experienced Fired Heater team within the Reading office as well as with other global teams on international projects.

Our Clients and Projects:

Within Wood, Fired Heaters sits under the Technology & Products service line. As the Fired Heaters Group, we have a proud legacy of serving the industry for over a century.

We provide bespoke and value-added services to the global client base across; feasibility studies for greenfield and brownfield applications, concept through FEED to detailed engineering and supply, site advisory and aftermarket services.

What We Can Offer:

  • A caring team culture; we support each other professionally and personally, encouraging knowledge sharing across all areas of the business.
  • Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to global clients across the energy sector.
  • Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team, and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant.
  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business.
  • Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
  • Flexible benefits package inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), plus the potential for one additional 'flex day' per month.
  • Energy Transition Academy; join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field.
  • Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests.
  • Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession.


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