Mechanical Design Engineer

VerifyUs; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

VerifyUs is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop high-reliability subsea electrical and optical connectors for harsh and extreme environments. The role covers low/high voltage connector systems, pressure housings and sealing solutions for offshore and subsea use.

Expect CAD-based design, material selection for HPHT and subsea environments, FEA validation, prototype testing and detailed engineering documentation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
• Three years experience in subsea or high-reliability mechanical systems
• Strong CAD and FEA skills
• Knowledge of sealing technologies, pressure-rated designs, and subsea materials
• Familiarity with industry standards (API, ISO, IEC, IEEE)

Responsibilities

• CAD-based design of mechanical subsea components and assemblies.
• Material selection for HPHT and subsea environments.
• FEA validation and prototype/pressure testing.
• Producing detailed engineering documentation and drawings.
• Collaborating with R&D, manufacturing, quality and project teams on standard and customer-specific projects.

Skills

CAD

FEA

Subsea

Sealing tech

Standards

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

We are recruiting a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop high-reliability subsea electrical and optical connectors for harsh and extreme environments. You will work on low and high voltage connector systems, pressure housings, and sealing solutions used in offshore and subsea applications.

The role involves CAD-based design, material selection for HPHT and subsea environments, FEA validation, prototype and pressure testing, and producing detailed engineering documentation. You will collaborate closely with R&D, manufacturing, quality, and project teams, contributing to both standard product development and customer-specific projects.

Key requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
• Three years experience in subsea or high-reliability mechanical systems
• Strong CAD and FEA skills
• Knowledge of sealing technologies, pressure-rated designs, and subsea materials
• Familiarity with industry standards (API, ISO, IEC, IEEE)

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