United Kingdom Current Vacancies

Cathcart, Glasgow

Full responsibility for centrifugal pump engineering including all stress/distortion related calculations on pump pressure boundaries and structures, rotor dynamic calculations for the pumps and the drive trains, using company design rules and FE analyses where necessary.

Support the creation of technical specifications for the procurement of sub-supplier equipment ensuring specification compliance and practical engineering is accommodated.  Engage in discussions with customers and suppliers worldwide on technical matters, ensuring specification compliance, integrity of interfacing information and sound engineering practice is being applied.  Establish new practices methods and procedures to enhance the engineering discipline’s capabilities for future work.

Ensure that applied design and engineering procedures are in accordance with Company Standards, Department Procedures and Quality Management Systems. Contribute to continual improvement process through feedback and active resolution of problems of a technical nature to the appropriate area of responsibility.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 5 years relevant experience in detailed engineering and technical management of centrifugal pumps.
• Alternatively an HNC in Mechanical Engineering with considerable relevant experience in detailed engineering and technical management of centrifugal pumps shall also be considered.
• Experience in the application of regulatory standards, design codes and other international engineering guidelines relative to the pumping industry, including material selection.
• Practical knowledge and experience in mechanical assemblies and packaging of equipment. 
• To ensure cost and quality factors are fully accommodated and that all activities are completed within target in terms of scope, detail, cost and timescale.
• To be a pro-active team worker and share knowledge and experience with others.

recruitment@clydeunion.com

(Please note, all applicants must be able to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the UK. Speculative CVs will not be considered, please only submit your CV if you have suitable experience for one of our advertised roles.)

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• Creation of detail drawings with tolerancing and geometric symbols, detailed parts lists using SAP with component routing information and other necessary documents, using corporate systems, for manufacture of pumpsets and ancillary equipment.
• Ensure that applied design and engineering procedures are in accordance with Company standards and Quality Management Systems.
• Ensure timely implementation of all design/technical requirements to satisfy project goals.  Liaise as required with sub-contractors and engineers.
• Contribute to continual improvement process through feedback and active resolution of problems of a technical nature to the appropriate area of responsibility.

• Technician apprenticeship with ONC minimum (HNC preferred) in Mechanical Engineering or similar related subject with at least 3 years relevant experience in the detailing of rotating machinery, preferably pumps.
• Experience in using 2D CAD drawing packages. 
• Exposure to 3D CAD and solid modelling (Solidworks) is preferred.
• Practical knowledge and experience in mechanical assemblies.
• To be aware of the importance of relevant time, cost and planning factors involved in engineering projects and ensure that all activities are completed within target in terms of scope, detail, cost and timescale.
• To be a pro-active team worker and share knowledge and experience with others and have an awareness of the importance of internal and external customers.

recruitment@clydeunion.com

(Please note, all applicants must be able to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the UK. Speculative CVs will not be considered, please only submit your CV if you have suitable experience for one of our advertised roles.)

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Cathcart, Glasgow

Due to an increasing workload, the above positions have become available in the Engineering team within the Upstream Oil BU.

Key responsibilities of the role will include:

• Analysis of pump and ancillary components and structures for stress and distortion due to internal loadings, external loadings and thermal effects.
• Carry out drive train rotor analyses including torsional and lateral critical speed calculations.
• Create technical specifications for the procurement of sub-supplier equipment ensuring specification compliance and practical engineering is accommodated.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers worldwide on technical matters, ensuring specification compliance, integrity of interfacing information and sound engineering practice is being applied.
• Ensure that applied design and engineering procedures are in accordance with Company Standards.
• Department Procedures and Quality Management Systems.
• Ensure timely implementation of all design/technical requirements to satisfy project goals.
• Contribute to continual improvement process through feedback and active resolution of problems of a technical nature to the appropriate area of responsibility.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 3 years relevant experience in detailed engineering and technical management of rotating machinery, preferably pumps.
• Alternatively an HNC in Mechanical Engineering with considerable relevant experience in detailed engineering and technical management of rotating machinery, preferably pumps.
• Awareness in the application of regulatory standards and design codes for pressure boundary components and other international engineering guidelines relative to the pumping industry, including material selection.
• Practical knowledge and experience in mechanical assemblies and packaging of equipment. To ensure time, cost, quality and planning factors are fully considered in engineering projects and that all activities are completed within target in terms of scope, detail, cost and timescale.
• To be a pro-active team worker and share knowledge and experience with others.
• To have a strong customer focus both internally & externally.

recruitment@clydeunion.com

(Please note, all applicants must be able to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the UK. Speculative CVs will not be considered, please only submit your CV if you have suitable experience for one of our advertised roles.)

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Project Engineer

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Reporting to the Project Manager and working predominantly within the Pump Engineering Industry sector you will be responsible for the successful project execution of multi-million pound contracts.

• Possess the knowledge, experience & ability to understand contractual terms of engagement.
• Possess a commercial understanding of large engineered projects.
• Be fully responsible for the performance of the projects under your responsibility.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent communication skills.
• Possess a first class work ethic, sustained & demonstrated through a determination to complete actions to a deadline.
• Have an awareness of our products and our client requirements (although awareness training will be given).
• Be an achiever, able to take risk assessed decisions whilst working under pressure.
• Be a proven Team Leader.
• Have a minimum HNC/HND/Degree plus 3-4 years relevant experience within the Manufacturing or
• Engineering industry, working on complex large-value projects.
• Be prepared to travel when required, as ClydeUnion Pumps have a global customer base.

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(Please note, all applicants must be able to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the UK. Speculative CVs will not be considered, please only submit your CV if you have suitable experience for one of our advertised roles.)

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Mechanical Service Engineers (Aftermarket Fitter)

Location:                                                          

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To support the growth of our increased order activity with in the aftermarket service department duties will include:-

• Receive and provide shop reports on broken or damaged units in the service centre.
• Determine failure mode.
• Attend CUP test facility for preparation and installation of various pumps.
• Utilisation of various general shop tooling, including slinging and carriage.
• Rebuilding of all units utilising parts which are new or have been refurbished.
• Prepare components for various processes i.e. shot blast, painting and machining.
• Utilise heat equipment and final measuring equipments.

• Good communications skills for interfacing with engineering, commercial and customers.
• Computer literate as SAP and other in-house systems will be accessed.
• Flexibility to work outside i.e. to attend customers site, on-shore and potentially off-shore.
• Must be time-served engineering apprenticeship and turning experience would be an advantage.  

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(Please note, all applicants must be able to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the UK. Speculative CVs will not be considered, please only submit your CV if you have suitable experience for one of our advertised roles.)

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Mechanical Design Engineer - Nuclear

Location:                                                          

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• Analysis of pump and ancillary components and structures for stress and distortion due to internal loadings, external loadings and thermal effects.
• Carry out drive train rotor analyses including torsional and lateral critical speed calculations.
• Create technical specifications for the procurement of sub-supplier equipment ensuring specification compliance and practical engineering is accommodated.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers worldwide on technical matters, ensuring specification compliance, integrity of interfacing information and sound engineering practice is being applied.
• Ensure that applied design and engineering procedures are in accordance with Company Standards, Department Procedures and Quality Management Systems.
• Ensure timely implementation of all design/technical requirements to satisfy project goals.
• Contribute to continual improvement process through feedback and active resolution of problems of a technical nature to the appropriate area of responsibility.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 3 years relevant experience in detailed engineering and technical management of rotating machinery, preferably pumps.
• Alternatively an HNC in Mechanical Engineering with at least 6 years relevant experience in detailed engineering and technical management of rotating machinery, preferably pumps.
• Awareness in the application of regulatory standards and design codes for pressure boundary components and other international engineering guidelines relative to the pumping industry, including material selection.
• Practical knowledge and experience in mechanical assemblies and packaging of equipment.
• To be aware of the importance of relevant time, cost, quality and planning factors involved in engineering projects and ensure that all activities are completed within target in terms of scope, detail, cost and timescale.
• To be a pro-active team worker and share knowledge and experience with others.

recruitment@clydeunion.com

(Please note, all applicants must be able to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the UK. Speculative CVs will not be considered, please only submit your CV if you have suitable experience for one of our advertised roles.)

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Engineer - 3D CAD Design

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ClydeUnion Pumps has an extremely healthy order book, serving multiple and vibrant markets which are undergoing accelerated growth. To meet the demands of our Customers, ClydeUnion Pumps has an immediate requirement for an experienced 3D-CAD Design Engineer to work within the Engineering Technology dept. at our Glasgow Facility.
Utilising state of the art Design and Workflow tools, the role requires a very high level of proficiency in using the SolidWorks CAD Package to model complex 3D surfaces and solid geometry, multi component assemblies and associated 2D detail drawings.
The successful candidates will be working alongside Specialist CFD, FEA, N&V, Hydraulic and Mechanical Engineers, to produce 3D Models and 2D Drawings for Centrifugal Pump components/assemblies and related auxiliary hardware for both Engineered To Order (ETO) Jobs and Research and Development (R & D) Projects.

Ideally candidates will already have detailed knowledge and experience of designing/modelling parts for centrifugal pumps. However, CUP will also consider candidates who can demonstrate in-depth experience and knowledge of applying their 3D CAD Design skills for other types of machinery which incorporate a similar diverse range of components (complex shapes, machined castings, forgings, fine running clearances, intricate assemblies, bearings, high pressure casings and sealing etc).

• Experience in generation and management of General Arrangements, Layouts and Manufacturing.
• Detail Drawings for both assemblies and individual components to a high standard is necessary.
• At least 3 years experience of using SolidWorks to produce similar complex and wide-ranging outputs is required.
• Appropriate qualifications would be either a Mechanical Engineering Degree or Time Served Apprenticeship with HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering supplemented by a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience in 3D CAD Design.

recruitment@clydeunion.com

(Please note, all applicants must be able to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the UK. Speculative CVs will not be considered, please only submit your CV if you have suitable experience for one of our advertised roles.)

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Field Service Engineer

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24th February 2012

Due to the expansion of our Aftermarket business, opportunities have arisen for Field Service Engineers to support our development of a global service business to our diverse customer and product base.                   
There will be a requirement to travel globally as business demands, to undertake Field Service activities either in local workshops or on customers sites. Key activities will be in relation to pumping plant in critical applications in in the power, oil and gas, water and industrial markets.

• Undertake site investigation to quantify possible source of reported operational problems providing reports.
• Install and Commission of new OE Equipment Pump Packages.
• Supervise locally recruited service engineers.
• Manage the removal of pumping equipment from sites for transfer to service workshops or to the Glasgow Service Centre.
• Re-installation and commissioning of pumping equipment returned from overhaul.
• Production of detailed reports to support the Return to Cathcart Overhaul Process.
• Planning and effective communication are key aspects of the role complimenting sound practical experience and capability.
• Internal & External Liaison with Project Stakeholders.
• Providing hands on support to technical Support Engineer on any site investigation.
• Undertake pump and pump set assembly within manufacturing plant between global service activities.
• The role requires a time-served engineer or fitter who ideally has substantial experience in operating within a pump service environment.
• Self-management under pressure and with changing priorities.
• The successful candidate will be required to travel to customer sites as business demands and be subject to extreme variations in climate and locations.
• This requires individuals with personal attributes and circumstances who are personally satisfied operating in such an environment. 
• Candidates must have Full UK Drivers License.

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(Please note, all applicants must be able to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the UK. Speculative CVs will not be considered, please only submit your CV if you have suitable experience for one of our advertised roles.)

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Principal Materials Engineer

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24th February 2012

• Providing material recommendations for pump applications.
• Undertake failure investigations, identify root causes and recommend solutions.
• Update and create company material specifications in SAP.
• Support R+D activities.
• Advise on corrosion prevention techniques including paint specifications.
• Working in Global Team as a team member.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Network and share knowledge with other Material specialists in the company.
• Supervise and develop junior Engineers.
• Has to maintain proper documentation of all work.
• Has to be able to work independently.
• Has to be able to prioritise and manage multiple parallel projects.

• Degree in Materials Engineering or Metallurgy.
• Relevant experience in a comparable industrial environment.
• Ability to understand process liquid specification and identify appropriate material of construction.
• Problem solving skills.
• Technical report writing and presentation skills.
• Thorough understanding of corrosion, erosion and abrasion mechanisms.
• Knowledge of casting/foundry technology.
• Up to date knowledge of international material standards.
• Knowledge of heat treatment and surface treatment processes.
• Good communication skills and customer focus.

recruitment@clydeunion.com

(Please note, all applicants must be able to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the UK. Speculative CVs will not be considered, please only submit your CV if you have suitable experience for one of our advertised roles.)

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