Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Oilfield Applications)

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Oilfield Applications)

Full-Time 45000 - 55000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Hudson Shribman

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead complex engineering projects from design to testing in the oilfield sector.
  • Company: Innovative engineering firm focused on the global energy market.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary up to £85k, bonuses, and career development opportunities.
  • Other info: Join a dynamic team and work on technically challenging projects.
  • Why this job: Take ownership of specialist oilfield equipment and make a real impact.
  • Qualifications: 10+ years in mechanical design, preferably in oil & gas, with strong CAD skills.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with a strong oil & gas background to join a growing and technically innovative engineering business supporting the development of specialist equipment for the global energy sector. This is a senior, hands-on design role offering the opportunity to take ownership of complex engineering projects from design and development through to testing and manufacture, working closely with customers, management and workshop/manufacturing teams. You will be involved in product development, engineering design, technical drawings, design reviews, qualification and testing, with particular relevance to well completion and specialist oilfield equipment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set and maintain engineering standards and processes
  • Produce and review detailed engineering and manufacturing drawings
  • Develop assembly, disassembly and redress procedures
  • Lead design reviews and approve engineering designs
  • Support product development from concept through to testing
  • Prepare engineering test requests and reports
  • Oversee prototype design and workshop testing
  • Analyse customer specifications and technical requirements
  • Ensure designs meet engineering, performance and customer specifications
  • Define Design Acceptance Criteria (DAC)
  • Maintain drawing integrity and manage design changes
  • Work closely with management, engineering and manufacturing teams
  • Support equipment qualification and testing
  • Present new designs and provide technical guidance during assembly and testing

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering or similar
  • 10+ years relevant engineering/design experience within oil & gas or a highly engineered environment
  • Strong experience producing engineering and manufacturing drawings
  • Experience with AutoCAD and/or CADWorx
  • Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and manufacturing methods
  • Experience with completion equipment, downhole equipment highly desirable
  • Working knowledge of relevant engineering design calculations
  • Understanding of API manufacturing principles and standards
  • Knowledge of standards such as API 11D1, ASNT and AWS
  • Experience with engineering qualification, testing and prototype development
  • Strong understanding of drawing control and design change processes
  • QHSE / API Q1 awareness and project planning experience advantageous

Why Join?

  • Salary up to c£85k + bonus
  • Career development and mentoring opportunities
  • Opportunity to work on technically challenging, specialist oilfield equipment

If you are an experienced mechanical design engineer looking for a senior position with genuine technical ownership and the opportunity to work on specialist oilfield products, I would be very interested in hearing from you.

To Apply: Contact Alison Basson - 07814 547440 Ref: ABJ6760

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Oilfield Applications) employer: Hudson Shribman

Join a dynamic engineering and R&D team as a Project Engineer in Hydraulics, where you will be at the forefront of delivering advanced industrial equipment. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and a collaborative work culture that encourages innovation and hands-on problem-solving. Located in the South East, this role provides unique opportunities for international travel and direct customer engagement, making it an ideal environment for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.

Hudson Shribman

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We think you need these skills to ace Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Oilfield Applications)

Mechanical Design Engineering
Oil & Gas Industry Knowledge
Engineering Standards and Processes
Technical Drawings Production
Design Reviews
Product Development
Prototype Design and Testing