Senior/Principal Designer

TN United Kingdom; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy based in Aberdeen is seeking an experienced engineer to develop internal standards and engage with clients across various sectors including hydrogen and offshore renewables. The role involves using CAD tools to produce engineering drawings and specifications, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with quality procedures.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with CAD tools like AutoCAD and PDMS.
• Proven communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain internal drawing standards compliant with quality management procedures.
• Engage with clients to generate leads and deliver specifications in a fast-paced environment.
• Provide mentorship to less experienced staff.

Skills

Computer Aided Design

Communication

Tools

AutoCAD

PDMS

Job description

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Accountability, roles and responsibilities

• The post holder will report to their Engineering Director/Manager for the execution of technical work, supported by the Human Resources Manager for all non-technical aspects of working at Apollo;
• Performing their day to day duties to the best of their ability and in compliance with Apollo’s HSEQ processes and procedures;
• The post holder will integrate fully with the Engineering team to enable effective project delivery and ensure client satisfaction;
• Any other delegated content as instructed by under the direction of line manager.

Duties

• Development and maintenance of an internal drawings standards procedure fully compliant with existing Apollo internal quality management procedures and industry applicable standards;
• Development and supervision of an in-house design capability;
• Providing mentorship and continuing professional development support to less experienced members of staff;
• Support business development effort by engaging with existing and potential clients to generate leads and enquiries under direction of line management;
• Delivery of drawings and specifications in a fast paced and dynamic environment with short turn-around timeframes;
• Execution of all duties in compliance with applicable legislation, codes, standards and Apollo’s internal quality control and administration procedures;
• Reporting to and meeting with clients and all interested parties as required;
• Preparation of drawings specifying dimensions, materials and procedures from rough sketches and specifications as required;
• Preparation of drawings, data and specification sheets required for fabrication;
• Revision and amendment of drawings, layouts and specifications as required to include any changes or enhancements;
• Work will normally be performed at Apollo's offices but the post holder may be required to work in client offices and/or offshore installations under suitable guidance;
• Any other reasonable duties as required.

Qualifications

• Extensive previous experience in the use of computer aided engineering design and analysis tools including AutoCAD, PDMS to produce engineering drawings, designs and specifications;
• Proven communication skills (both written and verbal).

Apollo is a leading engineering and advisory consultancy working across hydrogen and carbon capture, offshore renewables, nuclear and oil and gas sectors. Established in 2010, we have offices in Aberdeen, Bristol, Edinburgh, Anglesey, Flintshire, and Nottingham.