Job Description
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Aberdeen
Sector: Oil & Gas – Downhole Tools
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role
An established engineering organisation serving the oil and gas sector is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join its Aberdeen-based team.
This is a senior-level technical role requiring deep expertise in the design and development of oilfield downhole tools. The successful candidate will play a key role in product development, project delivery, engineering analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.
The position offers the opportunity to contribute to high-value engineering projects from concept through to product validation and commercial delivery.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and manage mechanical design projects from concept to finished product.
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Develop detailed 3D models and manufacturing drawings in line with industry and internal standards.
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Perform component and assembly-level mathematical analysis, including stress and load calculations.
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Conduct tolerance stack-up studies and technical design reviews.
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Design and support product validation testing, including hands-on participation.
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Develop test equipment for product verification to relevant industry standards.
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Prepare engineering cost estimates for product development and enhancement.
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Manage projects to meet budgetary and delivery targets.
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Provide technical support to internal teams, clients, and vendors.
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Contribute to product viability assessments and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Support assembly and testing of new product developments.
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Liaise with local and international stakeholders to maximise commercial opportunities.
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Promote a collaborative, high-performance engineering culture.
Required Qualifications & Experience
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HNC or Degree in Mechanical, Product, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline).
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Minimum 10 years’ relevant engineering experience.
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Demonstrable experience designing oilfield downhole tools (essential).
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Advanced proficiency in CAD systems (SolidWorks or Inventor preferred).
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Strong analytical capability with experience performing stress and load calculations.
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Experience conducting tolerance analysis at assembly level.
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Proven ability to solve complex client engineering challenges.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
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Self-motivated, commercially aware, and team-oriented.
Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
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Operate in accordance with established HSE management systems.
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Ensure risks are identified and controlled within areas of responsibility.
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Promote safe working practices and environmental compliance.
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Participate in incident investigation and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Ensure appropriate training, supervision, and safe equipment usage within projects.
What’s on Offer
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Opportunity to work on technically challenging downhole tool projects.
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Involvement in full product lifecycle development.
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Collaborative engineering environment.
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Competitive remuneration package (commensurate with experience).
