CIBSE Journal CPD
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Job Details
Employer: Matchtech
Location: Glasgow
Salary: 62.00 GBP Hourly
Closing date: 1 Oct 2026
Specialist area: Mechanical engineering
Function: Engineer
Contract Type: Contract
Hours: Full Time
Our client, a key player in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Senior Engineer specialising in Mechanical Auxiliary Systems for a 12–month contract. The role is based in Scotstoun, with hybrid working available. This engaging position focuses on the design, integration, and technical assurance of auxiliary systems within a complex marine platform.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare specifications and develop Stage 1 Auxiliary System design solutions, ensuring compliance with quality and technical standards.
- Support and participate in the Zonal Integration process, ensuring 3D model designs reflect design intent and meet relevant standards and requirements.
- Develop, maintain, and modify engineering processes and procedures in response to technical developments and operational needs.
- Conduct technical analyses and investigations, evaluating and selecting technical options, and preparing reports with recommendations.
- Serve as the specialist point of contact for customers and suppliers on engineering matters to resolve issues and align on priorities and objectives.
- Provide guidance to less experienced team members to support their effective work and development.
- Make informed engineering decisions within the scope of responsibility.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Job Requirements
- Experience in engineering within the Defence, Oil & Gas, Nuclear, or Building Services industries.
- Significant knowledge and experience of shipbuilding, operations processes, and modern build strategies.
- Proficiency in processes and tools used in Marine Engineering.
- Experience with supplier and customer engagements.
- Skilled in writing technical specifications.
- A degree in engineering or a related discipline is advantageous but not essential.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Competencies
- Engineering Theoretical Knowledge
- Developing Technical Solutions
- Understanding Requirements
- Solution Evaluation
- Interpersonal Skills
If you possess expertise in mechanical auxiliary systems within the Defence & Security sector, and are looking for a contract role where you can make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's team in Scotstoun.
Share this job
Apply on website
Send job
Apply on website
You need to sign in or create an account to save a job.
Get job alerts
Create a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.
Create alert
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills