Mechanical Engineer

Barrow in Furness Full-Time No home office possible

PE Global is currently recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer for a leading multi-national oilfield service client based in Barrow-in-Furness.

This is an initial 12 months contract position based on site in Barrow-in-Furness.

***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in UK***

Duties of the role/Responsibilities

Design and develop subsea (Low and High Voltage) electrical and optical connectors, pressure housings, and sealing systems using advanced CAD tools
Promote standardisation within and across product lines
Ensure consistency and alignment across and within product lines
Sustain high quality for our products
Drive design decisions optimizing both product performance and cost and balance innovation with cost efficiency
Perform and understand the fundamentals for mechanical, thermal, and pressure simulations using FEA tools to validate designs for high-pressure, high-temperature (HPHT) subsea environments and/or for deep-sea environments
Select materials for HPHT environments, Subsea environments with understanding corrosion-resistant materials and coatings suitable for long-term subsea deployment
Specify and integrate subsea electrical connectors into mechanical assemblies, ensuring watertight integrity, pressure resistance, and compatibility with control systems
Conduct prototype testing, pressure testing, and qualification to industry standards
Generate detailed technical documentation including Design Specifications, Qualification Test procedures, 3D models, 2D drawings, BOMs, and Test Reports
Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards (API, ISO, IEEE, IEC and all relevant industry standards)

Education/Experience

3+ years of experience in subsea or high-reliability mechanical systems
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field
Familiarity with subsea production systems, umbilical’s, jumpers, electrical and fibre connectors.
Experience with pressure testing, connector design
Proficiency in 3D CAD and FEA tools
Proficiency in Technical 2D drawings
Proficiency in mechanical fundamentals, mechanical engineering calculations, and electrical fundamentals
Strong understanding of sealing technologies, pressure-rated designs, and mechanical-electrical interface design
Familiarity with industry standards (API, ISO, ASME, IEC, IEEE and others)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and innovation