Senior Engineer, Technical Standards – Consultancy Services (Part-Time, Job-Share and Full-Time)

Job title:

Senior Engineer, Technical Standards – Consultancy Services (Part-Time, Job-Share and Full-Time)

Company

Zurich

Job description

Salary: Between £57000 and £61000, depending on experience

Location: UK Home-Based (with UK wide travel and attendance at Steel Park Technical Centre near Wolverhampton as agreed)

Closing Date: Tuesday 27th February 2024

The opportunity:

Zurich Engineering are a market leading Inspection, testing and certification body in the UK and an approved body for activities in accordance with UKCA requirements under the Pressure Equipment (Safety) Regulations (PESR).

We have an exciting new vacancy for an experienced but ambitious mechanical engineer. Ideally, we are looking for someone with a background in the design and fabrication of pressure vessels, pipework or similar, with the ability to work to quality and design standards. A good knowledge of PESR Designated Standards, PED5500, ASME etc. would be a distinct advantage.

Our technical team have a diverse and inclusive culture, and welcome applications from everyone. Zurich Engineering have active partnerships with the Women in Engineering Society (WES) the Association for Black and Ethnic Engineers (AFBE) and are corporate partners of the Society of Operation Engineers (SOE) and the Institute of Engineering Technology (IET) – through which we have an active STEM program.

Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.

What will you be doing?

Reporting directly to the Principal Engineer (pressure systems) and working in a small team of 5 other Senior Engineers in the pressure discipline and a wider team of 15 “other discipline” Senior Engineers duties will include;

  • Providing technical support and mentoring to the small team of consultancy services engineers.
  • Providing technical support to the inspection services engineer surveyors within your area of expertise.
  • Carry out design reviews, assessments and audits of pressure equipment and manage the project file.
  • Act as the final decision maker to various certification projects within area of expertise.
  • Support the business development team with customer relationships and enquiries within area of expertise.
  • Support the Principal Engineer – in carrying out quality and competence audits of the Engineer Surveyor workforce within discipline.
  • Support the technical training and development of staff.
  • Help to develop and maintain technical processes and procedures, technical libraries, guidance documents etc.
  • Support the compliance team with H&S and UKAS requirements – including Technical / Deputy Manager for PED activities.

What are we looking for?

  • Mechanical design engineering background for pressurised equipment or similar – essential.
  • Thorough knowledge of new construction and in service Pressure Equipment products is an advantage.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation e.g. Pressure Equipment Safety Regulations is an advantage.
  • Experience of working in a manufacturing / engineering environment.
  • Project management experience is an advantage.
  • An Incorporated Engineer – with an expectation to work towards Chartered status fully supported.
  • HNC/HND in an appropriate discipline – bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • A working knowledge of British Standards and legislation applicable to relevant design and manufacturing of pressure or pressure related equipment.
  • Understanding of welding techniques and qualification standards, including EN/ISO, ASME & AWS.
  • An understanding of material science / engineering.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

  • Demonstrates impartiality and integrity.
  • Manages and ensures work is managed in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Ensures work is delivered to a high and exacting standard.
  • Supports business development and identifies opportunities.
  • Understand technical requirements and market them accordingly.
  • Embraces a continuous improvement culture.

As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.

Who we are:

With about 55,000 employees serving customers in more than 170 countries we aspire to become the best global insurer as measured by our shareholders, customers and employees. If you’re interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions – then Zurich could be just the place for you. The success of our business is built on the contributions of our highly talented employees – people who work every day to position us at the forefront of the insurance industry. We therefore look to hire great people and we encourage those people to give their best.

You’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company. A long-standing player in the insurance industry, we make every effort to address the career development needs and plans of our employees to ensure their success in the future.

Our Culture:

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.

We’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.

So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.

The financials

  • 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme.
  • Annual company bonus.
  • Income Protection.
  • Life cover – four times your salary.

Time away

  • 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
  • You can also request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you.
  • The option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
  • Three days paid volunteering.
  • Up to 16 weeks’ full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

Your health is important to us

  • Access to Private medical insurance.
  • Virtual GP appointments.
  • Discounted gym membership.
  • Free flu jab.
  • Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners.

We’re making a difference

  • Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. We were the first insurer to sign the ‘UN Business Ambition for 1.5˚C’ pledge.
  • Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.

Expected salary

£57000 – 61000 per year

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 01:15:39 GMT

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