Based at Kraken Robotics UK- Aberdeen, Scotland

Full-Time – Permanent | Job Reference: KRSUK-2024-04

Kraken is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Aberdeen, Scotland.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform engineering support tasks related to the mechanical and hydraulic systems of Subsea acoustic imaging equipment assets (Acoustic CorerTM and Sub-Bottom ImagerTM) which may include:

Design tasks related to the mechanical/hydraulic interface with a specific vessel, ROV, or other deployment platform.
Develop design improvement plans based on feedback from lessons learnt offshore, onshore workshop and client or industry requirements.

Develop and maintain documentation to support offshore operation of Subsea equipment including part and assembly drawings, manuals, procedures, training material, deck plans, interface instructions, etc.
Liaise with the electrical engineering, operations, geoscience, and business development internal departments as required.
Occasionally perform physical work including assembly, disassembly, maintenance, and testing of components.
Prepare engineering interface documents for client projects as requested from Project Managers
In conjunction with workshop and technical support team develop a schedule for equipment maintenance, repair, and technology development.
Provide appropriate recommendations to modify or repair equipment based on field or client requirements.
Create and update SBI interface drawings for mobilisation requirements, ROV dock, plate location, pin heights, skid configuration.
Assistance with Buoyancy calculations.
Support Commercial/BD teams with tender/client specification reviews for client proposals
Create engineering drawings for supplier enquiries/purchase orders, specific part fabrication for mobilisation issues as required – e.g. INS/DVL mount variation drawings for different vehicles•Assist workshop in sourcing mechanical, hydraulic parts and connectors and spares
Liaise with HSEQ/Workshop on Lifting/Rigging certification requirements
Provide support to projects with deck plan layouts
Support workshop requests for current engineering drawings from the Engineering division database

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor of Engineering – Mechanical
Skills or experience in these areas considered an asset:

Marine surveys and their associated equipment including ROVs, AUVs, and sonar systems.
Underwater acoustic principles and design practices
Subsea electronics packaging
Fabrication and machining processes
Hydraulics
Motors
Creating manufacturing documentation and procedures

PREFERRED SKILLS:

Proficient in SolidWorks for part/assembly modelling, drawings, and FEA (Simulation)
Advanced level proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, Outlook)
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Excellent design standards and strong troubleshooting skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines under tight timelines.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with team members.
High degree of organization
Top candidates will have strong problem-solving skills, creative design ability, and meticulous attention to detail.

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