Mechanical Engineer

Position: Mechanical Engineer – Auxiliary Systems (River Class Destroyer Program)
Job ID: 936/52
Location: Scotstoun, Glasgow (1–2 days per week onsite)
Rate/Salary: £37.25/hour (Umbrella)
Type: 12-Month Contract

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An experienced Mechanical Engineer providing design support to the Auxiliary Systems Team working on the River Class Destroyer Program for the Royal Canadian Navy.
You’ll support the functional design of auxiliary and piped fluid systems, contributing to the development, integration, and delivery of high-quality engineering solutions within a world-class shipbuilding environment.

Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Engineer:
•Prepare specifications and develop Stage 1 auxiliary system design solutions in line with specifications and quality standards.
•Support and participate in the Zonal Integration process, ensuring the 3D model design reflects intent and complies with relevant standards.
•Contribute to the development and maintenance of engineering processes and procedures in response to technical and operational needs.
•Perform technical analyses and investigations, evaluating and selecting appropriate technical options.
•Prepare reports and recommendations to support problem resolution and improve engineering capability.
•Assist senior engineers with liaison between customers and suppliers to ensure effective communication, issue resolution, and alignment of priorities.
•Prepare design documentation including piping schematics, engineering change requests, and relevant calculations.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:
•HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
•Proven experience in piped systems design, including pump and valve selection.
•Understanding of shipbuilding or complex engineering environments.
•Strong CAD and 3D modelling awareness (integration and design intent).
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative engineering team.
•BPSS clearance required prior to start.

This position is advertised by HSB Technical Ltd, an REC registered recruitment consultancy managing the recruitment process for our client.