Engineer - Mechanical

Croda is a FTSE100 organisation where we truly believe our people are our difference and this, along with our values of Innovative, Responsible and Together, create ‘our Purpose, Smart science to improve lives™’. With over 5,000 employees globally, we specialise in the research and development of innovative ingredients for the Life Science and Consumer Care markets.

We are focused on developing our inclusive culture through accountability, collaboration and innovation. By joining Croda, you will be part of a team who are using smart science to create a more sustainable future.

As we deliver our ambitious 2030 Growth Strategy, we’re looking for a Mechanical Engineer. In this role, you will provide essential technical expertise to our mechanical engineering team and the wider site, ensuring the integrity and reliability of our assets while driving continuous improvement through sound engineering principles. We are looking for an energetic team player who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

For the avoidance of doubt, we are recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer preferably with design experience, not a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer.

Please note: Applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.

Who We’re Looking For

• Education \& Experience: Minimum HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering with proven experience in heavy process industries (e.g., Oil \& Gas, Petrochemical, or Chemical).
• Design Proficiency: Highly skilled in AutoCAD 2D/3D, with a focus on translating complex requirements into accurate technical models.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of pressure system standards (ASME B31\.3, ASME VIII, PD5500) and UK legislation (PSSR/PESR 2016).
• Problem Solving: Experienced in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and failure analysis to drive long-term reliability.
• Communication: A natural relationship-builder able to bridge the gap between internal operations and external partners.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Plant Design: Manage the full design lifecycle—from initial concept to construction. You will develop 3D piping and equipment models, integrate laser-scan data, and produce high-quality isometrics and GA drawings.
• Plant Integrity: Collaborate across engineering functions to optimise plant reliability, operability, and safety.
• Project Oversight: Lead small-scale projects through to commissioning and provide mechanical expertise for major capital investments (FEED and detailed design).
• Operational Efficiency: Partner with maintenance teams to perform RCAs on equipment failures and implement engineering solutions that prevent recurrence.
• Compliance \& Change: Support Management of Change (MOC) activities, contribute to risk assessments, and help define site-wide mechanical and integrity standards.

What We Offer

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• Defined benefit pension scheme
• 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance
• Free lunch in on-site restaurant
• Access to share plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Car leasing scheme
• Generous parental leave
• Retail platform benefits
• Free car parking on Croda sites

In addition to the benefits above, employees also have access to a salary sacrifice car scheme after 6 months with the company, Cycle to Work scheme, Health Cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme in addition access to number of health and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year. *Please note salary criteria is applicable for this benefit.

Additional Information

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email [email protected].

Why Croda?

At Croda, we believe our people are our difference. We are people-led, driven by the desire to do good and deliver value, a unifying principle shaped by all the great people that have travelled through Croda since our beginning in 1925\. We pride ourselves on bringing together diverse teams and talents from across the globe and, guided by our values of Responsible, Innovative, and Together, we are passionate about building an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse organisation with innovation and customer focus underpinning all that we do.

Croda is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.