Senior Innovation & Development Engineer

Odfjell Technology; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

International collaboration

Career development

Diverse and inclusive environment

Full product lifecycle involvement

Job summary

Odfjell Technology seeks a Senior Innovation and Development Engineer to lead product development from concept to commercialization. You will work with multinational teams to create innovative solutions and advance Well Services technology.

The role involves prototype testing, documentation, and active involvement across TRS, WBC, and R&A lines, with travel to Norway, the UK, and the UAE likely.

Qualifications

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of product design experience, preferably within the oil and gas industry.
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer working with product development.
• Strong experience with CAD software is mandatory.
• Experience delivering projects from concept through manufacture and implementation.
• Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and design requirements.
• Experience with product assembly, testing, and validation activities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a creative mindset.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to mentor and develop less experienced engineers.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing technical development projects from concept through manufacturing and implementation.
• Planning and leading prototype assembly, testing, and validation activities.
• Conducting development studies, simulations, and technical analyses.
• Maintaining and overseeing technical documentation throughout project lifecycles.
• Ensuring effective collaboration and communication with global teams and key customers.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives across the value chain.
• Supporting product development projects across all Well Services product lines, including TRS, WBC, and R&A.

Skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Communication

Mentoring

FMEA/CFD/FEA

Education

Bachelor's or MSc in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Senior Innovation and Development Engineer

Join Odfjell Technology

Odfjell Technology delivers safe, efficient, and sustainable solutions that save time, reduce costs, and lower carbon emissions for our clients. By combining more than 50 years of industry experience with the technology of tomorrow, we continue to drive innovation across the energy sector.

With operations and projects in more than 20 countries, we are looking for talented professionals who can help us solve today’s challenges and seize the opportunities ahead.

About The Role

Odfjell Technology is a market leader with ambitious growth plans and a strong focus on innovation. To support our continued expansion and diversification of our product portfolio, we are seeking experienced Senior Innovation and Development Engineer to join our Innovation & Development team.

In this role, you will lead product development projects from initial concept through design, testing, manufacturing, and implementation. Working closely with operational teams and Product Line Managers, you will develop innovative and customized solutions that contribute directly to our technological advancement and future growth.

Location

Stavanger, Norway or Aberdeen, United Kingdom.

As a Senior Innovation And Development Engineer, You Will

• Join a highly competent, engaged, and multinational engineering team.
• Play a key role in the development of innovative products and technologies.
• Be actively involved throughout the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to commercialization.
• Contribute to a newly established and rapidly growing engineering environment.
• Enjoy opportunities for personal and professional growth within a global organization.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and managing technical development projects from concept through manufacturing and implementation.
• Planning and leading prototype assembly, testing, and validation activities.
• Conducting development studies, simulations, and technical analyses.
• Maintaining and overseeing technical documentation throughout project lifecycles.
• Ensuring effective collaboration and communication with global teams and key customers.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives across the value chain.
• Supporting product development projects across all Well Services product lines, including Tubular Running Services (TRS), Wellbore Clean-Up (WBC), and Rentals & Automation (R&A).

Qualifications And Experience

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of product design experience, preferably within the oil and gas industry.
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer working with product development.
• Strong experience with CAD software is mandatory.
• Experience delivering projects from concept through manufacture and implementation.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations, and design requirements.
• Experience with product assembly, testing, and validation activities.
• Previous operational experience within relevant industries is an advantage.
• Experience with FMEA, CFD, and FEA methodologies is desirable.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a creative mindset.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to mentor and develop less experienced engineers.

The Innovation & Development team currently has a particular need for engineering competence within the Tubular Running Services (TRS) product line, so any previous experience within this product segment will therefore be highly valued.

As part of a global engineering team with colleagues based in Norway, the United Kingdom, and the UAE, some international travel should be expected.

Why Join Odfjell Technology?

At Odfjell Technology, we recognise that the transition to renewable and sustainable energy solutions requires new thinking, new technology, and diverse perspectives.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Through collaboration across disciplines, cultures, and geographical locations, we drive innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement across our business.

We are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel empowered, trusted, and motivated. We encourage open dialogue, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning, providing opportunities for both personal and professional development.

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our success. We believe our values should be reflected in the everyday actions of our leaders and employees, creating an environment where everyone can contribute and thrive.

We Offer

• A unique opportunity to join a newly established and growing engineering team.
• Meaningful involvement throughout the full product development lifecycle.
• A collaborative, diverse, and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunities for international collaboration and career development.
• Competitive Compensation And Benefits.
• The chance to make a real impact on the future of innovative Well Services technology.

We live our core values – creative, competent, result oriented, committed – while always being safety conscious.