Senior Design Engineer (Contract) in Aberdeenshire

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Job Description

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 () 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 - 0161 956 3563 Email: c.woollam@roc-search.com

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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