Senior Design Engineer

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Job Title: Senior Design Engineer
Contract Type: Permanent Staff
Location: Newry, Northern Ireland

Role Summary
We are looking for a Senior Design Engineer to lead the team in driving design enhancements and system integration for our advanced robotic cleaning technologies. In this position, you will spearhead innovative projects that incorporate hydraulics, intrinsically safe electrical systems compliant with ATEX standards, and complex pumping solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop enhancements to ATEX Zone 0 robotic systems.
Integrate hydraulic, electrical, and pumping components into robust solutions.
Innovate and optimize robotic systems for efficient, reliable oil storage operations
Ensure compliance with ATEX and oil & gas safety standards.
Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.
Design mechanical, hydraulic and control system components for remote operated robotic cleaning systems.
Lead design reviews.Essential Criteria

BSc Degree in Mechanical or similar Engineering.
7+ years experience in a similar role.
Strong knowledge of hydraulics, mechanical, electrical or industrial machinery.
Project management and leadership skills.
Proficient In CAD (Solid Works) or similar.Desirable Criteria

Experience with explosion proof design (ATEX/ IECEx certification knowledge.)
Experience in pumping and vacuum systems.
Previous experience in maintenance, cleaning or decommissioning systems for oil or chemical plants.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients

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