Mechanical Project Engineer – Marine/Defence Projects, Early Fridays

James Fisher and Sons plc; Westhill; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; 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, supporting design, manufacturing, testing and delivery. You will act as the central contact across internal teams, clients, suppliers and inspectors to ensure successful outcomes.

This full-time, permanent role requires security checks. You will coordinate with Sales, Supply Chain and Production, review documentation, manage risks and ensure deliverables

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience taking designs from concept through prototyping, validation and production.
• Knowledge of gas and fluid systems and industry guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and resolve engineering queries across projects and product ranges.
• Coordinate with Sales, Supply Chain and Production to deliver engineering solutions.
• Communicate project progress and engineering updates to stakeholders.
• Source components and materials and create BOMs and part numbers.
• Prepare and review engineering documentation, specs, schedules and reports.
• Identify, assess and manage technical and project risks throughout the lifecycle.
• Review drawings to ensure compliance with standards and quality expectations.
• Ensure deliverables are on time and within budget; support site visits as needed.
• Act as a central point of contact across internal teams, clients and inspectors.

Skills

Mechanical engineering degree

PLM systems

Gas & fluid systems

LR & DNV standards

Concept to production

Documentation management

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLM systems

Job description

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

This full-time, permanent role requires security checks. You will coordinate with Sales, Supply Chain and Production, review documentation, manage risks and ensure deliverables