Job Title Mechanical Package Engineer - Contract (Outside IR35)

Contract Type Contract, limited company engagement, outside IR35

Location UK based projects with flexible working arrangements depending on project needs

Role Overview An exciting contract opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Package Engineer to support complex energy and offshore projects. This role sits at the heart of multi-disciplinary engineering delivery, working closely with vendors, project teams, and stakeholders to ensure high-quality package execution from specification through to final documentation and handover.

You will be involved across the full project lifecycle, offering both technical depth and strong coordination skills in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate mechanical equipment and package scopes across all project phases

Prepare technical specifications, inspection and test requirements, and requests for quotation

Perform technical evaluation of vendor bids, including technical and commercial bid comparisons

Lead and support technical clarification meetings and negotiations with equipment suppliers

Review vendor documentation and consolidate comments from internal engineering disciplines

Review and verify detailed design and engineering deliverables related to mechanical packages

Support inspections and testing of package equipment at vendor facilities and site locations

Finalise vendor documentation for project close-out and handover

Expedite vendor packages where required to support project schedules

Requirements

Proven experience as a Mechanical or Package Engineer within offshore, oil and gas, energy, or renewables projects

Strong understanding of mechanical equipment packages and vendor coordination

Experience managing technical documentation, specifications, and bid evaluations

Ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary engineering teams

Comfortable engaging directly with suppliers and supporting commercial and technical discussions

Strong attention to detail with a delivery-focused mindset

Fluent in written and spoken English

Work Eligibility

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK

No visa sponsorship is available for this role

Why Apply This role offers long-term contract stability, exposure to technically challenging projects, and the chance to work across multiple energy sectors while remaining outside IR35. Ideal for engineers who enjoy ownership, variety, and direct impact on project success.