Mechanical Engineer - Controls

Cammach is currently recruiting a Mechanical Engineer - Controls for an immediate start. Based in Cumbria, the role is offered on a 12-month contract.

ROLE

• As a Mechanical Engineer with a focus on subsea connectors, you will be responsible for designing and developing high-performance and high-reliable technical solutions for extreme and harsh environments. This role demands a deep understanding of engineering fundamentals and materials science to ensure reliability, safety, and innovation in subsea applications. 
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge connector solutions for offshore energy and subsea sectors.
• With increased seniority and experience, it is expected to take on more responsibilities, deepen their technical expertise, and contribute to mentoring the wider engineering team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical Responsibilities

• Design and develop subsea (Low and High Voltage) electrical and optical connectors, pressure housings, and sealing systems using advanced CAD tools
• Promote standardisation within and across product lines
• Ensure consistency and alignment across and within product lines
• Sustain high quality for our products 
• Drive design decisions optimizing both product performance and cost and balance innovation with cost efficiency
• Perform and understand the fundamentals for mechanical, thermal, and pressure simulations using FEA tools to validate designs for high-pressure, high-temperature (HPHT) subsea environments and/or for deep-sea environments
• Select materials for HPHT environments, Subsea environments with understanding corrosion resistant materials and coatings suitable for long-term subsea deployment
• Specify and integrate subsea electrical connectors into mechanical assemblies, ensuring watertight integrity, pressure resistance, and compatibility with control systems
• Conduct prototype testing, pressure testing, and qualification to industry standards
• Generate detailed technical documentation including Design Specifications, Qualification Test procedures, 3D models, 2D drawings, BOMs, and Test Reports
• Support hardware qualification testing, including F actory Acceptance Test, Sie Integration Test, and connector integrity testing.
• Provide engineering support during installation, commissioning, and operational phases
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards (API, ISO, IEEE. IEC and all relevant industry standards)
• Review and approve technical documentation including assembly drawings, connector specifications, and interface definitions – Experience and Seniority level dependant
• Understand and analyse subsea mechanical components and systems, including subsea trees, manifolds, jumpers, electrical connectors.

Project Responsibilities

• Lead design reviews and PEER reviews 
• Lead or support engineering work packages within R&D and customer-specific projects
• Interface with engineering leadership and project leads to define scope, timelines, and deliverables
• Support procurement and manufacturing with technical specifications and supplier engagement
• Manage design iterations and engineering change processes in PLM systems
• Lead RCAs, FMEA, dFMEA, pFEMA at development and design cycles

REQUIREMENTS

Technical 

• Proficiency in 3D CAD and FEA tools
• Proficiency in Technical 2D drawings 
• Proficiency in mechanical fundamentals, mechanical engineering calculations, and electrical fundamentals
• Strong understanding of sealing technologies, pressure-rated designs, and mechanical-electrical interface design
• Familiarity with industry standards (API, ISO, ASME, IEC, IEEE and others)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment 
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and innovation

Education:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field
• Experience:
• 3+ years of experience in subsea or high-reliability mechanical systems
• Experience with CAD software and FEA tools 
• Familiarity with subsea production systems, umbilical’s, jumpers, electrical and fibre connectors.
• Experience with pressure testing, connector design