Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Engineer Consultant to join our team. This is a key role, providing technical leadership across a range of mechanical engineering projects, particularly within the oil & gas industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the delivery of complex mechanical engineering projects, ensuring high standards across all phases. Provide expert technical input and guidance to multidisciplinary project teams. Develop and oversee stress analysis throughout the project lifecycle, including Design, Asset Operation, Asset Optimisation, and Research & Development. Communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams--building strong, lasting professional relationships. Mentor and support junior engineers, contributing to a collaborative and learning-focused culture.
This is a permanent full-time position, subject to a probationary period.

About You

You will be a Chartered Engineer or Scientist with 10+ years' experience in the development and application of methods related to structural integrity, reliability, and risk. You are technically confident, proactive, and capable of leading engineering projects in high-integrity industries.

Essential Requirements:

Chartered status (CEng or equivalent). Proven experience in the oil & gas or nuclear sector. Strong expertise in engineering software such as ABAQUS, ANSYS, and CAESAR II. Solid understanding of pipeline, piping, and pressure vessel design codes and failure modes. Strong expertise of fracture and fatigue assessments and their application to safety cases. Experience of leading technical teams and delivering high technical work to a high standard on time. Ability to develop and mentor engineers. Ability to present and articulate at high profile technical seminars. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Positive attitude and effective team collaboration. Legal right to work in the UK.

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free on-site parking Sick pay Convenient transport links

About AFAA

With over 20 years of experience in the energy sector, AFAA Ltd. is a trusted leader in providing innovative engineering solutions for the oil and gas industry. Our expertise includes Pipe Stress Analysis, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Pipeline Crossing Assessments, Defect Assessments, and Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRA). We offer independent design verification, advanced pipeline stress models, and reliable, cost-effective solutions to a wide range of engineering challenges.

At AFAA, we're committed to excellence in every project, focusing on innovation, quality, and efficiency while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Our experienced team leverages decades of expertise to deliver robust solutions prioritising safety, reliability, and performance. As the energy sector transitions to more sustainable practices, we play a key role in adapting infrastructure for the future. Our involvement in hydrogen repurposing, including preparing pipelines for hydrogen and hydrogen-natural gas blends, highlights our commitment to cleaner energy solutions.

Clients trust AFAA for our deep technical expertise, attention to detail, and dedication to solving complex problems. We tailor our solutions to meet each client's unique needs, combining precision with forward- thinking strategies. Whether assessing structural reliability, optimising pipeline safety, or conducting comprehensive risk evaluations, we consistently deliver results that exceed expectations.

At AFAA Ltd., we strive to be more than a service provider--we aim to be a partner in engineering excellence, shaping the future of the energy sector with innovative, sustainable, and reliable solutions.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking On-site parking Sick pay Transport links
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person