Reliability Engineer

We are seeking a motivated Reliability Engineer to play a pivotal role in advancing the reliability and resilience of our uncrewed surface vessels (USVs).

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual looking to advance their career within the evolving Geo-data industry.

This position is instrumental in transforming how we identify, understand, and address technical failures, ultimately driving improvements in asset performance and operational excellence.

In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams across global regions.

You will lead in-depth technical investigations into system failures and anomalies, providing insights that directly influence design enhancements, product development strategies, and long-term fleet performance.

Your work will uncover root causes of complex issues and drive systemic improvements that enhance safety, reliability, and asset longevity.

You will engage closely with internal stakeholders across engineering, operations, quality management, and data analytics to lead and facilitate investigations into reliability-related challenges.

Your ability to translate data into actionable insights will be key to supporting continuous improvement across our operations.

This is a full-time staff position based in Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, operating under a hybrid working model (3 days in-office, 2 days remote).

At Fugro, every role contributes to the success, safety, and growth of our business and our people.

As a Reliability Engineer, your commitment to data excellence and technical leadership will be vital in upholding these values.

Your role and responsibilities:

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  Lead/co-ordinate in structured root cause analyses to investigate technical failures, identify systemic issues and develop corrective actions that enhance the useability, safety and long-term reliability of the USVs.

  
  


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  Investigate procedural and documentation-related contributors to failures, identifying gaps in technical instructions, maintenance procedures, or system documentation, and provide clear
  recommendations that support updates to controlled documents and continuous improvement efforts

  
  


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  Identify and communicate opportunities for USV design improvements to the product management teams with a view to advise and assist in the implementation of these via feedback loop with design teams for both existing assets and new-build vessels

  
  


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  Develop and distribute reports and technical memos to stakeholders outlining findings from technical investigations.

  
  

What you'll need to thrive in this role:

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  Hold Bachelor or equivalent in electro-mechanical, electrical, mechanical or similar

  
  


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  Strong understanding of electrical/mechanical subsystems such as propulsion, steering, hull structures, and mechanical linkages.

  
  


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  Experience diagnosing failures related to wear, fatigue, corrosion, and mechanical misalignment in marine environments

  
  


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  Skilled in interpreting and analysing electrical/mechanical drawings, assembly schematics,
  and component specifications

  
  


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  Familiarity with marine classification standards and reliability practices for
  mechanical and electrical systems (e.g., ISO 16315, DNV GL rules).

  
  


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  Able to assess the impact of electrical/mechanical design decisions on system reliability and maintainability.
  
  Comfortable working with field data, maintenance logs, and inspection
  reports to identify recurring mechanical issues and degradation patterns.

  
  

About Us

Who we are
Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro's global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips.

Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights.

We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently.

But we're always looking for new talent to take the next step with us.

For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further.

For individuals who can take the initiative, but work well within a team.

What we offer

Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds.

We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself.

By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you'll be able to do what you do best, better.

Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better.

We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro.

So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude.

But bring your questions and opinions too.

Because to be the world's leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.

Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion

At Fugro, our people are our superpower.

Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength.

Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not.

Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly.

And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard.

Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro's purpose ‘together we create a safe and liveable world' - and to each other.

Benefits of joining our team

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  Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally.

  
  


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  Competitive salary

  
  


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  Contributory pension scheme

  
  


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  Flexible working hours and the potential to work 2 days a week from home in accordance with your manager and corporate policies

  
  


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  Private medical insurance

  
  


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  Health cash plan

  
  


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  Group life assurance

  
  


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  Group income protection

  
  


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  Electric car scheme

  
  


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  Cycle to work scheme

  
  


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  Discounted gym membership

  
  


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  Discounts platform

  
  


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  The Fugro Card (pre-paid virtual visa card, which earns cash back automatically when money is spent at any participating retailers)

  
  


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  Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

  
  


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  Long service awards

  
  


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  Fugro values awards

  
  


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  Employee referral bonus scheme

  
  

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies.

Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated