Mechanical Service Engineer (Forfar)

TN United Kingdom; Forfar; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Service Engineer to join their Rig Aftermarket Team in Forfar. This exciting opportunity involves repairing and inspecting equipment globally, with a focus on ensuring operational efficiency. The role includes responding to urgent 'rig down' situations and supporting installation projects. You will receive comprehensive training and participate in a Global Competency Program, fostering your career development. If you have a passion for engineering and troubleshooting, this position offers a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• HNC in a relevant engineering qualification or equivalent is desirable.
• Experience in installation, commissioning, overhaul, fault finding, and repair of heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Inspect NOV equipment for conformance with operational standards.
• Respond to emergency 'rig down' situations when required.
• Escalate key faults or product failures to relevant departments.

Skills

Interpret engineering drawings/schematics

Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Education

HNC in relevant engineering qualification

Job description

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Mechanical Service Engineer (Forfar), Forfar

Client:

NOV Inc

Location:

Forfar, United Kingdom

Job Category:

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

12

Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

Job Description:

As Service Engineer within NOV’s Rig Aftermarket (RA) Team, you will be responsible for the repair and inspection of NOV Rig equipment globally, both offshore and onshore. You will make recommendations to customers to ensure equipment operates efficiently and profitably. Your role involves reacting to 'rig down' situations as a top priority and supporting installation and commissioning projects involving Rig Floor Equipment (RFE) and Pressure Control Equipment (PCE).

This position is home-based within mainland UK, with global travel expected on an ad-hoc basis. You will receive comprehensive training on product lines and on-the-job experience from senior Service Engineers. Participation in NOV's Global Competency Program is key for your development. Success depends on your ability to interpret engineering drawings/schematics and troubleshoot equipment faults. We support career progression and self-development aligned with personal and company goals.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Escalate key faults or product failures to relevant departments and follow through to resolution.
• Inspect NOV equipment for conformance with operational standards.
• Respond to emergency 'rig down' situations when required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• HNC in a relevant engineering qualification or equivalent (desirable).

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in installation, commissioning, overhaul, fault finding, and repair of heavy machinery or automation equipment (essential).
• Knowledge of hydraulics/pneumatics in manufacturing environments (essential).
• Experience in similar roles offshore or in automation (desirable).

SKILLS, TRAINING & SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings/schematics (essential).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) is desirable.