Engineering Draughtsman

The WellGear Group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Healthcare scheme

Job summary

WellGear is seeking an Engineering Draughtsman to join our growing team in Aberdeen. You will develop engineering designs and technical drawings, collaborating with engineers to deliver high-quality solutions for well projects.

Expect detailed drafting, site surveys, and coordination with suppliers. Applicants should hold a mechanical engineering degree or similar and have experience in fabrication or offshore environments.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline preferred.
• Experience in engineering design/draughting, ideally in fabrication or offshore sectors.
• Proficiency with Solid Edge and/or SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed engineering and concept designs.
• Prepare technical drawings for manufacture and fabrication.
• Coordinate with third-party engineers and suppliers.
• Support manufacturing and fabrication processes.
• Conduct offshore and onshore site surveys.
• Update drawings to reflect design changes and project requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Organised

Work under pressure

Cloud-based systems

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

Solid Edge

SolidWorks

Job description

Engineering Draughtsman

Due to continued growth, WellGear is seeking an experienced, skilled, and motivated Engineering Draughtsman to join our expanding and dynamic team.

WellGear is a fast-growing engineering business focused on delivering innovative and advanced solutions for well projects. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a highly motivated, closeknit team and play a key role in supporting the company’s continued growth and development.

Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting WellGear’s ongoing operations through the preparation and development of engineering designs and technical drawings. Working closely with the wider engineering team, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, practical engineering solutions across a range of well projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Producing detailed engineering and concept designs.
• Conducting offshore and onshore site surveys.
• Producing technical drawings and designs for manufacture and fabrication.
• Supporting and managing the manufacturing and fabrication process.
• Working closely with, and coordinating, third-party engineers and suppliers.
• Producing detailed 3D layouts, rig‑up drawings and associated engineering documentation.
• Working collaboratively with Project Managers to implement design changes and modifications.
• Actively using and maintaining the company’s equipment management and certification systems.
• Ensuring all designs and drawings are produced to a high standard and in line with project requirements.

About You

• A hands‑on approach with a positive, can‑do attitude.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Pride in your work and a strong focus on delivering professional results.
• Ability to manage workloads effectively and work to tight deadlines.
• Self‑motivated, organised and able to work effectively under pressure.
• Previous experience using cloud‑based certification or equipment management systems.
• Proficiency in Solid Edge and/or SolidWorks.
• Experience working with structural fabrications and machining.
• Good knowledge and understanding of welding and fabrication processes.
• Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a close‑knit team.

Education

A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Design, or a related discipline would be advantageous.

Experience

Previous experience in a similar engineering design or draughting role is preferred. Experience within fabrication, manufacturing, offshore engineering or the well services sector would be highly advantageous.

What We Offer

• Salary: £37,000–£50,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Company pension scheme.
• Healthcare scheme.
• The opportunity to join a growing and dynamic engineering business.
• A varied role with opportunities to contribute to exciting engineering and well projects.