Job details

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

Responsibilities

• 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.