Senior Design Engineer

3 days ago

Aberdeenshire Scotland, United Kingdom Roc Search Full time £60,000 - £90,000 per year

Senior Design Engineer (Contract) -
Aberdeenshire
|
Global Leader in Offshore Energy
Join a world-leading engineering and technology solutions provider to the
global offshore energy sector
. This is an excellent opportunity for a
Senior Design Engineer
to contribute to innovative and complex projects, delivering bespoke solutions throughout the full project lifecycle - from concept to commissioning.

Due to sustained growth, the company is seeking a
contract Senior Engineer
to join their
Aberdeen
facility. This is a
key technical role
supporting the design, development, and delivery of engineered products and systems. Ensuring compliance with industry regulations, standards, and best practices.

This is a
site-based position
offering the chance to work on cutting-edge equipment, collaborate across departments, and directly influence design outcomes for critical offshore and subsea applications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the production of design and maintenance drawings for manufacturing, assembly, and testing.
  • Lead and review design planning, ensuring control of cost, schedule, and quality throughout the design process.
  • Manage and approve engineering deliverables across the full lifecycle of bespoke systems.
  • Support manufacturing, assembly, and testing through technical workshops and on-site oversight.
  • Prepare detailed operations, maintenance, and safety manuals for newly designed equipment.
  • Deliver accurate engineering estimates and control design-related expenditure.
  • Conduct and review engineering calculations and manage technical design packages.
  • Drive R&D projects, ensuring innovation, compliance, and resource allocation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams: tendering, projects, and business development.
  • Act as a key technical liaison with client representatives during planning and execution.
  • Ensure project close-out, lessons learned, and implementation of corrective actions.
  • Maintain a strong culture of
    safety
    ,
    compliance
    , and
    engineering excellence
    .

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Degree-qualified
    in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • 3+ years
    of hands-on design experience in
    Oil & Gas
    ,
    Subsea
    ,
    Decommissioning
    , or
    Marine Energy
    projects.
  • Proficient in
    SolidWorks
    (preferred) or other professional 3D CAD packages.
  • Experience in
    subsea hydraulic design
    ,
    ROV tooling
    , and
    decommissioning tools
    .
  • PDM (
    product data management)
    experience.
  • Strong knowledge of
    FEA
    (Finite Element Analysis) and engineering calculations.
  • Proven ability to lead design teams and deliver complex engineering packages.
  • Thorough understanding of industry codes, standards, and legislative requirements.

Opportunity

  • Work with a
    global leader
    in offshore and subsea engineering.
  • Be part of a
    dynamic, high-performing team
    delivering innovative solutions.
  • Immediate start with
    long-term contract potential
    .
  • Contribute to challenging, high-value projects with real-world impact.
  • Competitive contract rates and opportunity for ongoing engagement.

Apply Now
We are looking for someone to start in the next couple of weeks. If you're interested in this opportunity, contact:

Clarke Woollam Email: c.-

Desired Skills and Experience
Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

3+ years of hands-on design experience in Oil & Gas, Subsea, Decommissioning, or Marine Energy projects.

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