Mechanical Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Whittaker Engineering (Stonehaven) Ltd have a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team. We cover a wide variety of work including offshore oil and gas, heat exchangers and renewables.
The candidate must have an HNC, BSc, BEng or Equivalent degree in Mechanical Engineering, a working knowledge of QA Systems, CAD packages and Finite Element Analysis Software (although not essential).
Duties include: carrying out engineering activities to ensure timely delivery of manufacturing drawings to the workshop and clients; interpreting client specifications and requirements, carrying out engineering calculations, working to codes where appropriate, preparation of documentation including reports and specifications, researching and sharing new ideas with other engineers and maintaining the reputation of the company through all forms of contact with third parties through engineering activities.
Excellent working conditions, remuneration package and benefits are available. Salary DOE.
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK and be willing to commute.
To apply please email CV to hradmin@whittakereng.com
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £40,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Stonehaven: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- UK Mechanical Engineering: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Mechanical Engineer roles across Whittaker Engineering's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £40,000 - £60,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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