Forum Energy Technologies (FET) is a world leader for the supply of Work Class ROVs (Remotely Operated Vehicles), Observation Class ROVs, Trenchers and Submarine Rescue Systems providing innovative solutions for challenging deep water intervention operations. Design and manufacture of these systems is based at the facility at Kirkbymoorside, North Yorkshire which is part of a worldwide company with headquarters in Houston, USA. These products are known worldwide for unrivalled quality and technical excellence utilising a wealth of experience, delivering products that perform reliably in hostile environments.
Job purpose: To provide engineering design and support functions, and to be responsible for small projects or sub-sections of larger projects under instruction of more senior engineers.

ACCOUNTABILITIES: (DELIVERABLES)

• Ensure the suitability of the engineering aspects of company products for their function.
• Prompt replies to production, logistical and technical support questions.
• Provide design input on all projects as required, within the timescales set by the company.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS (ESSENTIAL):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electronic or Software Engineering or related/equivalent subject (lesser qualifications coupled with suitable design experience may be considered in exceptional circumstances).

KEY SKILLS (ESSENTIAL):

• Safety conscious, attentive to QHS&E policies and regulations (ISO 9001 QA systems).
• Sound engineering knowledge.
• Cost consciousness.
• Flexibility, adaptability and professionalism, with the ability to work cooperatively as part of a multidiscipline team or individually on projects.
• Ability to liaise with other members of staff including customers and third parties.
• Time management with ability to plan work loadings, multi-task, and work under pressure.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, clear technical writing, good record keeping.
• Attention to detail and effective checking regime.
• Software skills. Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to learn new engineering skills.

KEY SKILLS (DESIRABLE):

• Software skills. Conversant with AutoCAD/DraftSight and SolidWorks.

EXPERIENCE (ESSENTIAL):

• Engineering design environment, three years minimum.

• Manage design projects from initial concept/enquiry through detailed design to manufacturing handover.
• Provide design input on projects, using the technical competencies listed below.
• Generation of ideas for developments and new products.
• Be responsible for small projects, or sub-sections of larger products.
• Produce engineering designs, specifications and documentation to ISO 9001.
• Assist in the preparation of operating and maintenance manuals.
• Offsite engineering support for new products.
• Assist sales and marketing in the preparation of quotes and proposals.
• Provide customer support.
• Assist in the training of customer operating personnel.
• Provide technical support to the production, logistics and integration departments.
• Work within the requirements of company procedures and national/international guidelines.
• Work within the timescales and budgets set by the company.
• Instruct, train and mentor subordinate engineering staff.
• Other activities as instructed by the Engineering Manager.