Role: Lead Hydraulics Mechanical Engineer
Location: Aberdeen
Salary: £65,000 - £80,000 approx. but willing to pay
benefits package: (share options, private health insurance, pension scheme)
About the Role
As our fleet of subsea excavation equipment grows globally, we're looking for an experienced Lead Engineer to help maintain and grow our reputation by overseeing all engineering and maintenance activities.
You will manage manage the fleer over new product design.
You'll provide technical leadership across projects, contribute to and ensure the quality of new designs, and drive continuous improvement of maintenance strategies, all with a focus on safety and compliance with industry standards and best practice.
Working closely with the Director, Offshore Operations, and Workshop staff, you'll manage the Design Engineers and drive excellence across the engineering function.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Leadership
* Provide technical leadership and guidance on hydraulic and mechanical system design, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance
* Create, review, and approve engineering drawings, hydraulic schematics, and technical documentation
* Support project teams with technical expertise during design, build, testing, and commissioning phases
* Act as the main point of contact for technical engineering matters
* Work with external consultants and in-house technicians to maintain and improve control systems
Hydraulic & Mechanical Systems Management
* Oversee the design, maintenance, and performance of hydraulic systems (Hydraulic Power Units, subsea excavation equipment, cable-grab and cutting equipment, control systems)
* Lead root cause analysis and corrective action processes for equipment failures
* Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and pressure testing requirements
* Drive continuous improvement of maintenance programmes
Equipment Tracking & Asset Management
* Oversee company equipment tracking systems
* Ensure accurate records of location, certification status, maintenance history, and utilisation
* Ensure inspection, calibration, and certification schedules are adhered to
* Generate asset performance and utilisation reports to support operational decision-making
* Improve traceability processes to minimise equipment downtime and loss
Project & Operational Support
* Collaborate with operations, procurement, and maintenance teams to ensure equipment availability
* Support budgeting and forecasting for equipment lifecycle and replacement planning
* Identify opportunities to optimise asset usage and reduce costs
* Oversee mobilisation and demobilisation of equipment for projects when required
Compliance & Safety
* Ensure all hydraulic systems and equipment comply with HSE regulations and company policies
* Maintain documentation in line with QA/QC standards
* Lead audits and support external inspections where required
What We're Looking For
Education
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (preferred)
* Relevant professional certifications or chartered status (advantageous)
Experience
* 7+ years of relevant engineering experience, with strong exposure to hydraulic systems
* Experience with ROVs or similar subsea equipment strongly advantageous
* Background in subsea, manufacturing, heavy engineering, or similar industries preferred
* Proven experience leading teams or supervising engineering personnel
Technical Skills
* Strong knowledge of hydraulic and mechanical systems and fault diagnosis
* Familiarity with ERP/CMMS systems and asset tracking software
* Ability to interpret technical drawings and hydraulic schematics
* Data analysis and reporting skills related to asset performance
* Some expertise in electronics and control systems an advantage
Leadership & Soft Skills
* Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities
* Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
* Effective communication across technical and non-technical teams
* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
How to Apply
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