Senior Mechanical Engineer Job at James Fisher (Westhill, Aberdeenshire)

Senior Mechanical Engineer

James Fisher

Location:
United Kingdom , Westhill, Aberdeenshire

Category:
IT - Software Development

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Not provided

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Job Description:

To provide engineering design solutions and through life engineering and service support to the JFD product range and systems, working as a technical lead for the engineering team, Workload can vary from new product design to meet client or internal specifications through to supporting an existing client’s request to upgrade, change or support equipment in the field. This role ensures design integrity, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions that meet performance, safety, and manufacturing standards.

Job Responsibility:

Provide engineering design input for new and existing systems and products, while supporting the current product/systems range by addressing technical queries
Collaborate with internal departments including sales, supply chain, and production to deliver technically sound and commercially viable solutions
Engage with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to offer technical guidance and ensure solutions are robust and meet specifications and project requirements
Create and manage part structures, part numbers, and bills of materials, while sourcing appropriate components and materials as needed
Generate and review engineering documentation, such as specifications, proposals, assembly instructions, test procedures, certifications, and detailed manufacturing drawings and documentation
Lead the implementation of design changes, ensuring updates are accurately reflected and communicated across relevant documentation and teams
Ensure engineering solutions are delivered on time and within budget, complying with internal processes and standards and external regulations
Act as technical approver for engineering drawings and documentation generated
Where applicable, potential responsibility for small team leadership, performance management, and mentoring through development plans and competency frameworks

Requirements:

Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent industry background
Extensive experience in generating design calculations, specifications, procedures, certification and reporting
Excellent knowledge of manufacturing techniques and gas and fluid systems
Proficient in using Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems for the creation and storage of engineering documentation and packages
Strong understanding of engineering testing methods, including planning, execution, and analysis
Strong understanding of mechanical systems design and service support requirements
Familiarity with key design standards relevant to mechanical engineering

Nice to have:

Exposure to industry codes and regulations including Lloyd’s Register, DNV, ABS, DEFSTAN, and MIL-STD
Knowledge of Pressure Vessel design skills using PD5500, ASME VIII, EN 13445
Hands-on experience with engineering analysis tools such as ANSYS Workbench, MathCAD, or Finglow
Experience in CAD software, particularly SolidWorks or AutoCAD
Diving qualifications or knowledge of diving

What we offer:

Early finish on Fridays
Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with experience (Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Cycle to work scheme, Company Pension, etc.)
Clear pathways for career development and organisational visibility
Inclusive and supportive culture that values individual contributions
Meaningful work with impact across safety, innovation, and global operations

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 09, 2026

Expiration:
January 15, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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