Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Aberdeen

Do you want to be a part of a forward thinking team, challenging how things are done today to find improved solutions for tomorrow? Are you energetic and driven, with real hunger to progress?

The MDL brand is centered on a unique personality that shapes us in the development of our team and guides us on how we select who should be part of it. We live Ingenious Instinct by always being open minded to ideas, whatever they are and whomever they come from. We encourage creativity and problem solving, we challenge our team, our processes and our offering to customers, and we celebrate our successes.

About the Role

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role provides mechanical engineering expertise to support the design, fabrication and operation of equipment such as Carousels, Tensioners, Reel drives, Handling Equipment, Winches and associated machinery. Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver safe, cost-effective and high-quality solutions across various scopes within the offshore and onshore energy industry.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Mechanical Engineering Solutions
• Undertake mechanical engineering activities across projects, including equipment design, design verification and lifting analysis.
• Preparing, checking and/or approving design calculations, reports, manufacturing drawings, layout drawings, and associated documentation to recognised codes and standards (e.g., DNV, FEM, Lloyds, AISC, LOLER, PUWER, HSAW).
• Carry out mechanical analysis and calculations using software such as FS2000/Staad, Mathcad and FEA software.
• Collaborate and contribute to the compilation of Factory acceptance documents, ensuring equipment is tested in accordance with project requirements.
• Generate engineering documents in the form of design packages, reports and technical notes.
• Drive component selection for equipment such as Carousels, Tensioners, Reel Drives, Handling Equipment, Winches and associated equipment.
• Develop technical drawings in collaboration with Draftspersons.
• Apply knowledge of deck machinery, lifting equipment and methods to ensure mechanical and structural suitability of designs.
• Review and incorporate feedback and lessons learned into ongoing designs.
• Deliver clear and accurate design packages to project.

Collaboration and Communication

• Strong and effective working relationships with all internal stakeholders.
• Work closely with the Design, Draughting and Project Engineering Teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Liaise with Engineering Manager, Mechanical Design Engineers, Draftspersons and Project Engineers to align on project requirements.
• Contribute to internal design reviews and inter-disciplinary checks.
• Liaise with external design standards organisations to achieve design verification.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure alignment on design scope and deliverables.
• Support and mentor less experienced members of the team, where applicable.
• Set the standard, leading by example in terms of professionalism and work ethic.
• Attend project KO meetings as required.
• Attend client meetings as requested.

Tendering, Project & Site Support

• Participate in Sales and Tendering support, support evaluating client RFQ, providing conceptual design solutions for bids, assist in costing.
• Participate in project FMECA's.
• Provide technical assessment of mechanical issues during equipment build and offer practical solutions.
• Provide site support to MDL personnel and clients during site installation, commissioning and Site Integration activities in line with project deliverables.

Integrated Management System (IMS), HSEQ & Continuous Improvement

• Follow MDL Integrated Management System, Policies and Procedures.
• Contribute to the update and development of IMS policies and procedures.
• Ensure all engineering output is compliant with applicable HSEQ and technical standards.
• Support continuous improvement of engineering practices and tools.
• Participate in lessons learned and feedback sessions.
• Demonstrate good practice in the checking, approval and storage of all relevant documentation.
• To show commitment to HSEQ and to set good personal examples on HSEQ issues within their area of operation and influence.
• To always lead by example and set high standards in all aspects of their role.
• To actively participate in all aspects of HSEQ awareness, education, training and communication.

Skills and Knowledge

• Leadership: OneTeam MDL will be looking to the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to provide technical leadership on how to ensure equipment reliability, project success and client solutions to meet the MDL scopes.
• Ensure positive engagement of stakeholders within MDL & customers by facilitating clear and concise communication channels.
• Promote HSEQ leadership across all MDL departments.

Knowledge:

• Demonstrable knowledge of engineering, marine and vessel operations including equipment operation, processes, procedures and techniques.
• Demonstrate skills in engineering solutions, risk identification and problem solving.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Ability to coach and mentor.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and inputs while working across MDL departments to achieve a common goal.
• Willing to offer technical solutions aligned to meeting schedule and project parameters.
• Comfortable dealing with internal and external clients.

Qualifications

• Degree Qualified Mechanical or Marine Engineer preferred or minimum HND in Mechanical or Marine Engineering discipline backed with high level of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in mechanical design of equipment such as Carousels, Winches, Electro-hydraulic handling equipment, Tensioners and Reel Drive Systems.
• Proficient in structural analysis tools (Mathcad and FS2000/Staad).
• Comfortable in the use of drafting and modelling packages, such as Autocad and Inventor.
• Knowledge of DNV, Lloyds, FEM, AISC and relevant mechanical standards.
• Familiar with Machinery Directive, ATEX Directive, Pressure Equipment, PUWER, LOLER.
• Experience with fabrication practices and tolerances.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• 5-10 years of experience in mechanical or marine engineering within the Marine, Oil and Gas, and/or Offshore Renewable Industries.

Personal Attributes

• Trustworthy and approachable.
• Effective influencer.
• Attention to detail.
• Self-driven and results orientated.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Team player.
• Excellent communicator, both written and verbal.

Work Environment

Primary workplace will be at MDL Maritime House, Cove, Aberdeen plus occasional visits to client’s offices/yards, third party vendors/yards and other MDL locations when/as required.

At Maritime Developments, we believe that diversity drives innovation and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and supported. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.