Kintore, Aberdeenshire
September 2026
Job Purpose
To work as part of a design team in seeing conceptual designs developed from ideas through drawing, justification to codes and standards, manufacturing, testing and support of field technicians.
Directly Reports to
Senior / Lead Design Engineer and Engineering Manager
Internal Relationships
Design Draughtsperson, Trainee Design Engineers and Design Engineers
Main Responsibilities
- Taking technical direction and guidance from the Engineering Manager, Lead Design Engineers and Product Technical Leads.
- Working under the guidance of the Senior Engineer and Lead Design Engineers, assuming technical disciplinary responsibility for design related tasks and activities.
- Provide support for draughtsperson, trainee draughtsperson and graduate engineers.
- Accountability for quality, safety and fitness for purpose of draughting work undertaken.
- Ownership and responsibility for drawing completeness and demonstration of fitness for purpose of all draughting tasks undertaken.
- On time delivery and execution.
- Checking of drawings produced within the department and making sure draughting and company standards are met.
- Responsible for managing and delivering company and departmental objectives.
- Identifying risks and develop mitigation plans and review with SE/Team Leader.
- Present technical proposals & designs at concept and detailed design reviews relating to but not limited to draughting.
- Familiarization and efficient use of design tools (AutoCAD, Inventor, MathCad, etc.)
- Provide design support and guidance for the manufacturing, assembly & test.
- Carry out site surveys – onshore & offshore.
Individual Quality and Safety Responsibilities
- To comply with STATS and Client quality, safety and environmental management systems and procedures at all times.
- Ensure all accidents / incidents / near misses / hazards are immediately reported and relevant paperwork is complete.
Internal Training Requirements
STATS Mandatory Courses Including
- Environmental Awareness
- COSHH Awareness
- GDPR Awareness
- Management of Change
- Near Miss Reporting
- All other relevant courses
STATS Internal Course - Basic Level
- Tecno Plug, BISEP, Remotes, Hot Tapping etc.
EXPERIENCE / Competence / Skills / Knowledge
- Competence in AutoCAD, Inventor.
- Competence in Ansys or other FEA packages.
- Competence in MathCad.
- Experience in a design engineering environment.
- Knowledge of oil and gas related product design, pipework’s, installation and operation.
- IT skills: MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of Microsoft AX system would be an advantage.
- Relevant tool and equipment design in either subsea equipment and mechanical systems would be advantageous; or downhole tooling with experience in plugs, locks, packers and deployment mechanisms.
- Awareness and appreciation of market trends and merging technologies relevant to STATS services, project or product developments.
Qualifications
- Engineering related studies.
Personal Qualities
- Highly motivated, enthusiastic, team player but able to work on own initiative.
- Ability to prioritise workload/manage workload.
- Ability to work to tight deadlines.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Forthcoming with ideas to improve our services.
- Having the ability to communicate with all levels of staff.
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Design Engineer in Kintore employer: STATS Group
STATS Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets collaboration in the offshore oil and gas sector. With a strong focus on employee development, we provide ample opportunities for growth and advancement, alongside competitive benefits and a supportive culture that values teamwork and communication. Located in a thriving industry hub, our team enjoys not only professional challenges but also the unique advantage of working in a vibrant community dedicated to energy solutions.
