Mechanical Project Engineer

James Fisher and Sons plc; Elrick; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish on Fridays

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Company Pension

Job summary

James Fisher and Sons plc in Westhill, Aberdeenshire is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to drive projects from concept to completion. You will support design, manufacturing, testing and delivery, acting as a central point of contact with internal teams, clients, suppliers and inspectors to ensure successful outcomes.

The role requires a degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, and experience in taking designs from concept through prototyping to production, with a focus on delivering

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience taking designs from concept to production.
• Ability to prepare and manage engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support across projects and product ranges.
• Coordinate with Sales, Supply Chain and Production to deliver solutions.
• Communicate project progress to stakeholders.
• Source components and create BOMs and part numbers.
• Review engineering documentation for compliance with standards.
• Identify and manage project risks throughout the lifecycle.
• Review drawings for regulatory and quality compliance.
• Ensure on-time and within-budget delivery, support site visits.

Skills

Project coordination

Technical documentation

Stakeholder communication

Engineering problem-solving

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLM systems

Job description

About the Role

Mechanical Project Engineer
Westhill, Aberdeenshire
Full-time, Permanent

Please note that this role requires security checks.

The Role:

As a Mechanical Project Engineer, you will drive projects from concept to completion, supporting design, manufacturing, testing, and delivery activities. Acting as a central point of contact, you will collaborate with internal teams, clients, suppliers, and inspectors to ensure successful project outcomes.

What you'll be doing:

• Provide technical support and resolve engineering queries across projects and existing product ranges.


• Coordinate with internal departments, including Sales, Supply Chain and Production, to deliver effective engineering solutions.


• Communicate project progress and engineering updates to key stakeholders.


• Source components and materials and create associated part numbers and bills of materials.


• Prepare and review engineering documentation, including specifications, schedules, procedures, certification and reports.


• Identify, assess and manage technical and project risks throughout the project lifecycle.


• Review drawings and documentation to ensure compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements and quality expectations.


• Ensure engineering deliverables are completed on time and within budget, acting as a technical checker and supporting site visits to suppliers, clients and other company locations as required.

What we're looking for:

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or equivalent industry experience.


• Strong understanding of manufacturing techniques,


• Experience taking designs from concept through prototyping, validation and production.


• Skilled in preparing and managing engineering and project documentation.


• Knowledge of gas and fluid systems, relevant design standards, and industry guidelines (e.g. IMCA).


• Experience working to marine or defence standards, including class society rules such as LR and DNV.


• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems; product design, diving equipment design, or diving qualifications would be advantageous.

Why join us?

• 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 andorganisationalvisibility


• Inclusive and supportive culture that values individual contributions


• Meaningful work with impact across safety, innovation, and global operations

About Us:

James Fisher is a global engineering services companyoperatingacross Energy,Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology,expertise, and collaboration.

Visit our website at: Home | James Fisher and Sons plc For more information about our values and behaviours, follow the link: About us | James Fisher and Sons plc

James FisherDefence(JFD), part of the James Fisher Group, is a global leader in underwater capability, deliveringcutting-edgediving, submarine rescue, and hyperbaric solutions to both commercial anddefencemarkets. Operating worldwide,JFD is the foremost provider of submarine rescue services and a trusted name in submarine escape training. We’realso at the forefront of hyperbaric rescue innovation and a leading supplier of advanced diving equipment and saturation systems across the industry. Explore more about JFD

At James Fisher and Sons, we are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success is driven by the talent and diversity of our workforce.

To support an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience in the UK, we partner withVercida. You can learn more about our approach by visiting our company page: James Fisher and Sons diversity, inclusion, culture - VERCIDA