Senior Mechanical Engineer

At Aker Solutions we are committed to helping the energy industry and broader society #PowerTheChange towards a low-carbon future.

We are changemakers and problem solvers with more than 180 years of experience. Our ambitions are high. By 2030, renewables and low-carbon solutions for oil and gas will make up two-thirds of our business. Do you want to be a part of driving the transition?The Life Cycle segment within Aker Solutions are specialists in managing, executing, and delivering small, medium, and large complex projects from feasibility studies, frame agreements and EPCI.

Life Cycle UK is now supporting a 3-year Frame Agreement that covers primarily Maintenance and Modification at Equinor’s offshore platforms Heidrun, Njord A and B, Asgard A and B, Troll A, B and C, Heimdal, and Johan Sverdrup in the North Sea Norwegian sector, as well as the onshore facility at Tjeldbergodden (Norway) and is looking for engineering and design discipline Project personnel to join us.

We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team based in our Aberdeen (AIBP) office.

• To assist the Lead engineer in the compilation of weekly reports, planning, co-ordination, and execution of the groups work activities and in meeting project requirements while performing all technical duties in a highly competent and efficient manner.
• To carry out professional and liaise with engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and completion activities in a competent and efficient manner whilst ensuring that the technical and safety integrity of engineering being performed is maintained at all times.
• Ensure project deliverables are generated using Aker Solutions systems and tools.
• Liaise with client project and facilities engineering in the execution of the modifications project scopes of work delivering work on Schedule and within Budget and in accordance with company procedures.
• Accountable for the effective administration and implementation of Management of Change.
• Deputize for the Principal/Lead engineer — provision of holiday, sickness cover when required.
• Actively participate in HAZOP, design reviews and other relevant safety reviews.
• Prepare engineering concepts and develop into detail design.
• Prepare cost, time and resource estimate for mechanical scopes
• Prepare construction and commissioning procedures.
• Develop an understanding and ensure a good PEM knowledge of work processes and tools/systems (e-learning training will be given) within the discipline.

• HNC/HND level or University Mechanical Engineering degree or relevant education with solid experience in front end studies, FEED and/or EPCI projects from energy sector.
• Good working knowledge of PDMS, E3D, Navisworks and AutoCAD.
• Experience in participation in HAZOP/HAZID reviews.
• Solution oriented with good communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of relevant Norwegian regulations and standards preferred but not essential.
• Strong work ethics and a proactive attitude.
• A commercial mindset, good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• The ability to see solutions together with meeting customer expectations and requirements.
• The competency to be accurate, flexible, and organized.
• Willing to work in a hybrid structure with regular visits to the primary office.
• Willing to work in Norway initially to build up a competency in Aker Solutions systems & tools and to integrate with the core project team.
• Preferably experience with Equinor Frame Agreements, Projects, systems, and tools.

• Professional development and excellent career opportunities with the chance to work on wide variety of project 
• A healthy work-life balance with flexible working conditions throughout the different phases of your life journey
• Competitive pay and benefits with excellent pension and insurance schemes as well as private health services
• Additional benefits including, bike2work scheme, access to Sanctus coaching, contribution to gym and sporting activity
• Possibility to work remotely/from home 1-3 days per week
• Opportunity to develop a knowledge and understanding in Norwegian regulations.

For more information about the position, please contact: Leisha Milne, Email: leisha.milne@akersolutions.com

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This is Aker Solutions

Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low-carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 11,000 people in more than 15 countries.