Chief Engineers - Mechanical, Electrical and Controls Systems

ADC was founded in 1985 to challenge the status quo and what was deemed acceptable in the offshore industry.  Our vision was to make the industry safer, cleaner and more efficient by providing independent assurance to Energy companies hiring rigs and vessels.#

Our vision remains at the heart of what we do and is applied to vessels and rigs within the Oil and Gas sector, Geothermal or CCUS, in addition to the specialist vessels used to build wind farms of the future. Today our team of over 60 professionals are committed to driving safety, operational and environmental performance – supporting the majority of the world’s leading Energy companies.

The Principal Specialist is responsible through ADC, to conduct drilling rig equipment condition audits in accordance with ISO 19011 Guidelines for Management System Audits.

In the act of doing this the Principal Specialist is to provide the Client with a valid assessment and report on the availability, reliability and fit-for-purpose of all mechanical equipment and systems relating to the control of rig power, drilling, hoisting, marine and safety critical (excluding BOP) equipment.

Further, may be required to provide specialist advice, operational support or training material to clients upon request.

The Principal Specialist will be required to work worldwide but will be administratively based from ADC Head Office in Aberdeen.  Time spent away will be project dependant with a target maximum period of 28 days at a time. 

Degree level education or equivalent in related field.

20 years’ experience in relevant field.

Chief Engineer level or equivalent.

Experience in operation and maintenance of power, drilling, hoisting and marine systems

Background in test and evaluation of complex systems.

Team player, capable of liaising with operational, technical and professional personnel from Company, Client and Governmental organisations.

Family run business with an excellent culture and consideration for each member of our team

Worldwide travel

Dedicated logistics and IT support

Company software and systems