Applications Design Engineer

Our offshore services client based in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear seeks an enthusiastic Applications Design Engineer to join the Wireline and flowline engineering team. You will be providing design engineering solutions supporting internal and external customers,generating technical proposals. You will complete designs, models, and technical content for the purpose of quoting against customer requirements and industry specifications, acting as the expert for engineering matters on specific projects.
*The ideal background demonstrates knowledge of specific design codes API 6A and ASME VIII.
A brief look at the responsibilities
*Design new products in accordance with relevant specifications, company quality procedures and industry standards.
*Carry out initial technical review of client requirements and specifications to define engineering design inputs.
*Engage with customers to ensure the final product / package quoted meets their requirements
*Assist in solving customer related problems relating to design where it prevents further technical business development
*Actively engage in nurturing new product development opportunities to help further develop our customer base
*Work with product line engineers/management to increase awareness of new solutions / packages
*Work with product line / marketing teams to best communicate any new solutions / packages to a wider audience
*Maintain an understanding of existing competitive technology and market pressures and trends, identifying opportunities where the enterprise can be at the forefront of the market.
Skills & Experience Required
Strategic
*Has solutions and suggestions that are effective in addressing the problem at hand (Decision Quality & Problem Solving)
*Able to adeptly learn the context of a challenge and quickly integrate new skills (Learning on the fly)
Operating
*Able to apportion time effectively to complete tasks (Priority Setting)
*Be willing to provide colleagues with the information they need to complete their tasks and eliminate roadblocks (Informing Others)
*Work within and improve business processes whilst exercising good judgement based on immediate and future business needs. (Process Management)
*Able to apportion time effectively to complete tasks (Time Management)
Energy
*Will be energised by challenges and drawn towards opportunities (Action oriented)
Organisational
*Confident and professional when representing the company in person and in writing (Written Communications & Presentation Skills)
Personal and Interpersonal
*Imbued with a strong sense of customer focus (internal/external) (Customer Focus)
*Firm and diplomatic when negotiating (Negotiation)
*Is known to consistently adhere to ethical principles and expects others to follow suit (Ethics & Values)
*Committed to self-improvement and development through the role to achieve career goals (Self Development)
*A candid team player who collaborates with peers to solve problems (Peer Relationships)
Qualifications:
Preferably degree qualified in a relevant Engineering discipline
**Experience**:
*Working knowledge of oilfield equipment. Specifically, Surface Test Trees, Gate Valves, Mud Valves, Plug Valves, Hammer Unions, Flowline equipment.
Skills, training, or special knowledge
*Knowledge of specific design codes, EC Directives and CE Marking, API 6A, ASME VIII Boiler and Pressure Vessels, ASME B31.3, NACE MR-0175, ATEX, Norsok, EN12079/DNV2.7-12.7.3
*Understand welding processes and procedures
*Computer literacy (including good command of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and AutoDesk Suite, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MRP/ERP systems)
- Understanding of ISO9001
*Working knowledge in hand calculations, knowledge of design codes.