Senior Design Engineer

Engineering
Aberdeen
October 27, 2025
£80000 - £80000
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Design Engineer
Salary:
•80,000 per year
Location: Dyce, AB21 7GA
Contract: Permanent Staff Position

Industry & Equipment: Oil and Gas and Downhole Tools

Responsible for:
Adding value to engineering team via direct or indirect involvement in;
The management of design projects
Oversight and engineering support for company Sales Orders.
Preparation of clear, complete and accurate detail drawings in alignment with department standards.
A high productivity of output to ensure project deliverables are met.
Support in the design and review of new products.
Perform mathematical analysis at component and assembly level.
Perform tolerance studies at assembly level.
Design and support test activities to verify designs including hands-on testing participation
Supporting the Engineering team in meeting the ongoing requirements of the business.

Principal Accountabilities:

  • Develop product line designs from concept through to finished products in alignment with company and industry standards
  • Develop test equipment for product validation in accordance with the relevant industry standards
  • Make engineering cost estimates for development of existing products to create realistic project cost targets.
  • The preparation and presentation of engineering design and reviews both internally and externally
  • Successfully manage projects within projected budgetary and delivery targets to maximise profitability from the company’s products.
  • Assist in the evaluation of product viability
  • Provide technical support to the organisation to maximise the level of service the organisation can supply to the customer
  • Provide manual assistance in the process of assembly & testing of new products.
  • Liaise with clients and vendors locally and internationally in the specification of product developments to maximise business opportunities.
  • Actively promote a positive team working environment within the engineering department and with all interfacing departments to nurture enthusiasm and support for ongoing projects to ensure they are brought to a successful conclusion
  • To carry out other duties as required.

    • Job Knowledge and Experience:

    HNC or Degree qualified in relevant field (mechanical, product, electro-mechanical engineering/design).
    Minimum 10 years relevant engineering experience, with oilfield downhole tools.
    Self-motivated and able to work under pressure
    Good team player with sound interpersonal skills
    Must be able to clearly articulate technical principles and tool functionality and application
    Good working knowledge of CAD system Solid works or Inventor.
    High level of mathematical capability to perform stress and load calculations.
    Ability to provide engineering solutions to client problems.
    Good written and verbal communication skills.
    Ability to prioritise conflicting workloads and work to deadlines

    With over 90 years’ combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world’s leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

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