Design Engineer

Job Description

Fugro are hiring an experienced Design Engineer to join our team in Aberdeen. You’ll be at the forefront of developing new and enhanced equipment that enables safe, efficient, and reliable offshore projects. Working closely with the Design Engineering Team Lead, you’ll contribute to the full lifecycle of design — from early concept generation through detailed development and delivery whilst ensuring our solutions meet the evolving needs of our clients and the wider industry.

Innovation is central to how we operate, and you’ll help drive this forward by creating forward‑thinking, practical designs that push the boundaries of what our systems can achieve.

Whether you’re designing bespoke tooling, refining existing technology, or exploring new approaches to complex subsea challenges, your work will directly support the continued advancement of our capabilities. By collaborating with engineers, project managers, draughting teams, and operational colleagues, you’ll turn real‑world requirements into robust, high‑quality engineering outcomes that reinforce our position as a leader in subsea and remote technology.

Your role and responsibilities:

As the Design Engineer you will:

• Produce detailed engineering designs for ROV intervention tooling and project‑specific equipment.

• Ensure all work complies with departmental procedures, engineering standards, and relevant codes.

• Carry out engineering design verification and validation activities, including calculations, analysis, testing, and supporting documentation.

• Prepare design‑related documents such as manuals, test procedures, and reports.

• Take ownership of the full engineering design process for assigned tasks and projects.

• Work collaboratively with workshop, procurement, and operational teams to support successful project delivery.

• Engage directly with clients to understand their needs and propose effective engineering solutions.

• Contribute to tender activities by developing concept designs and providing cost, schedule, and resource estimates.

• Always uphold Fugro’s commitment to safety, quality, and environmental protection.

What you’ll need to thrive in this role:

• A degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Subsea, or a related engineering discipline.

• Strong knowledge of engineering design principles and experience using CAD software.

• The ability to carry out engineering analysis and produce clear, accurate technical documentation.

• A solid understanding of relevant industry standards, codes, and HSE requirements.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

• A proactive, solution‑focused mindset with the ability to manage tasks independently.

• A genuine interest in designing practical, real‑world solutions for offshore challenges.

Desirable:

• Experience in subsea, offshore, or ROV tooling environments.

• Familiarity with hydraulic systems or heavy mechanical equipment.

• Understanding of workshop processes and design for manufacture principles.

• Experience interacting with clients or supporting commercial project phases.

• Electrical/electronic knowledge or experience would be beneficial but not essential.

About Us

Who we are

Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. But we’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative but work well within a team.

What we offer

Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.

Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion

At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength.

Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together we create a safe and liveable world’ – and to each other.

Benefits of joining our team

• Extensive career & training opportunities

• Competitive salary

• Contributory pension scheme

• Private medical insurance

• Health cash plan

• Group life assurance

• Group income protection

• Electric car scheme

• Cycle to work scheme

• Discounted gym membership

• Discounts platform

• The Fugro Card (pre-paid virtual visa card, which earns cash back automatically when money is spent at any participating retailers)

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

• Long service awards

• Fugro values awards

• Employee referral bonus scheme.

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Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated**.**