Bring your energy to Aggreko as a Mechanical Engineer based in Dumbarton. In this role, you’ll support the design, development and ongoing improvement of mechanical systems across Aggreko’s manufactured product range, helping deliver reliable, efficient solutions for customers worldwide.
Power without pause. Heating, cooling and oil-free air without end. We keep our customers’ worlds on. From world-class events that last a few weeks to mining operations and remote communities who rely on us for decades.
What you’ll do as Mechanical Engineer:- Support the design, development, integration and validation of mechanical systems across new and existing products
- Create technical specifications, functional design documentation and test procedures
- Develop and maintain Bills of Materials and part specifications to support efficient manufacturing and assembly
- Provide mechanical engineering support to manufacturing, operations and technical investigations
- Contribute to RCA activities with OEMs and support resolution of quality issues
- Ensure designs meet requirements across performance, reliability, maintainability and cost of ownership
- Support continuous improvement of existing products and adapt designs for new applications and markets
- Collaborate with suppliers on component selection and lifecycle support
- Promote strong HSE performance through safe, compliant design and risk assessment
- A motivated Mechanical Engineer with experience in equipment or systems design
- Strong in mechanical design principles, including analysis (thermal, stress, vibration, flow and noise)
- Proficient in CAD tools (Creo/ProE or AutoCAD desirable)
- Familiar with PLM (Enovia/Windchill), MRP (M3) and engineering change processes
- Able to interpret requirements and produce fabrication, assembly drawings and detailed specifications
- A collaborative team player with strong communication and organisational skills
- Adaptable, resilient and comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment
- Experience in mechanical systems design and component selection
- Knowledge of DFM/DFA principles and engineering best practice
- Exposure to powertrain systems (engines, alternators, couplings, AVMs, mounting frames) and associated calculations
- Understanding of cooling systems, including performance across different environmental conditions
- Strong problem-solving ability with a focus on right-first-time, zero-defect delivery
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including pension and bonus
- Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy or sell additional days
- Access to development opportunities to grow your engineering career
- Health and wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme and GP services
- Discounts, perks and opportunities to give back through volunteering
Our people are can-do, positive, resilient and persistent. If that sounds like you, apply now and help us deliver energy solutions that power communities worldwide.
Bring your energy. Grow your career.
Equal employment opportunity
We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.
We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Skills Required
- Experience in mechanical systems design and component selection
- Strong in mechanical design principles including analysis
- Proficient in CAD tools (Creo/ProE or AutoCAD)
- Familiar with PLM (Enovia/Windchill), MRP (M3)
- Ability to interpret requirements and produce drawings and specifications
Aggreko Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Aggreko and has not been reviewed or approved by Aggreko.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as broad, including medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability, and an EAP, with wellness incentives highlighted. Practical extras like company‑paid safety gear further support frontline roles.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time‑off options include paid holidays and PTO, plus two paid volunteer days in North America. This expands leave beyond standard vacation.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentive programs include annual bonus opportunities and role‑linked earnings that can materially lift take‑home pay in certain months or seasons. Field and sales contexts, as well as overtime eligibility, can enhance total compensation.
Aggreko Insights
What We Do
Welcome to the Aggreko LinkedIn page. As the global leader in temporary power, temperature control and energy solutions, we enable our customers to achieve their goals through a range of innovative, flexible, class-leading modular solutions. Utilising the latest technologies, we combine innovative thinking with our sector knowledge to deliver the best results; where, when and for as long as needed. Are you thinking about a career at Aggreko? Working at Aggreko is more than just a job. We care about the people who work with us and want to ensure that our employees have a fulfilling career, work in a safe environment, are happy and share our values. We encourage all our employees to expand their skills and knowledge, so you are able to grow and become the future of our business. We welcome employees from all backgrounds, disciplines and abilities, to assist us in achieving our global goals. So are you ready to join a team of great people? Get in touch
