Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

ZipRecruiter; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering services company in Edinburgh is seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer. This role combines engineering expertise with project management, offering involvement in innovative offshore and subsea projects. Ideal candidates will be skilled in technical delivery, collaboration, and problem-solving, ready to tackle challenges with creativity and technical ownership.

Qualifications

• Experience in offshore oil & gas preferred.
• Confidence in full project lifecycle management.
• Passion for engineering excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects from concept to completion.
• Utilize FEA and perform engineering calculations.
• Collaborate with teams for problem-solving.

Skills

Technical delivery of engineering projects

Design and analysis activities

3D modelling

Engineering calculations

Technical documentation

Client collaboration

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Background in mechanical engineering

Job description

Job Description

Senior Mechanical Project Engineer required by a specialist engineering services company based in Edinburgh, supporting cutting-edge projects across the offshore and subsea sectors.

This role is perfect for an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking to transition into a more project-led position while still leveraging deep technical skills.

This is a high-impact, hands-on opportunity offering a unique blend of technical design, project management, and team collaboration. You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering innovative solutions in challenging environments.

Skills & Experience Required

• Leading the technical delivery of multiple engineering projects from concept to completion
• Driving activities across design, analysis, and execution phases
• Utilising tools like FEA, 3D modelling, and performing detailed engineering calculations
• Producing clear and concise technical documentation, procedures, and proposal content
• Collaborating with clients and cross-functional internal teams to solve complex challenges
• A strong background in mechanical engineering, ideally with offshore oil & gas experience
• Confidence working across the full project lifecycle
• A passion for engineering excellence and technical ownership
• Great communication skills and a collaborative mindset

If you’d like to apply or would like more information, please send an up-to-date cv for an immediate consultation.