John Milne
Keith,Aberdeenshire
Summary
Offering strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles with hands-on project experience and keen understanding of design and analysis. Knowledgeable about teamwork, problem-solving, and time management with strong communication skills. Ready to use and develop technical expertise, analytical skills, and creativity in ROV Engineer role.
Results-driven Mechanical Engineer recognised for innovative problem-solving and improving operational efficiency. Led design and implementation of key projects, resulting in streamlined processes and cost savings. Known for collaborative approach and delivering high-quality solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work history
Mechanical Engineer
Subsea 7
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
07.2014 - 09.2025
- My role as Mechanical Engineer at Subsea 7 is to provide hydraulic and mechanical engineered solutions to offshore sites, system mobilisations and onshore bases primarily on ROV equipment.
- Engineer & project manage various offshore operations which have included mobilisations of ROV systems, ROV equipment replacements, ROV system upgrades, ROV umbilical replacements and Crane wire replacements.
- Source equipment and components for ROV system installations.
- Design hydraulic circuits for ROV moon pool door actuators, cursor latches etc.
- Design and supervise the build of ROV mounted BOP intervention skids.
- Delivered presentations for explaining technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
- Performed root cause analysis on recurring mechanical issues effectively eliminating future occurrences.
- Evaluated mechanical systems regularly, ensured adherence to established regulations and standards.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, delivered successful completion under tight deadlines.
- Initiated troubleshooting procedures for mechanical breakdowns swiftly, minimised downtime significantly.
- Design and implement upgrades to ROV hydraulic systems.
- Carry out Finite Element Analysis on proposed modifications & fabrications.
- Trials of Environmentally Friendly oil for use in ROV systems.
- Facilitate an educational visit from a group of local school children that had been working on a STEM project.
- Carry out design review on BOP intervention skid and implement improvements.
- Investigate review and test Active Heave Compensated ROV deployment winches.
- Investigate corrosion of hydraulic cylinder rods.
- Source equipment and components for ROV system installations.
- Investigate and report on catastrophic winch drive motor failure.
ROV Equipment Technical Support Specialist
Subsea 7
09.2008 - 07.2014
- My role as Technical Support Specialist at Subsea 7 was to provide hydraulic and mechanical engineering support to offshore sites and onshore bases primarily on ROV Launch and Recovery systems which typically consists of cranes, hydraulic power units, winches and A Frames.
- Compile and review equipment specifications.
- Witness factory acceptance testing of equipment.
- Review operation and maintenance procedures.
- Create installation procedures.
- Deal with equipment breakdowns in a safe, efficient and timely manner.
- Investigate and compile equipment failure reports.
- Investigate, design and implement improvements.
- Assess equipment returned from offshore sites for feasibility of refurbishment.
- Create scope of work for refurbishment and design improvements.
- Create and deliver technical training presentations.
Service Supervisor
Scot JCB LTD
Aberdeen
08.1999 - 09.2008
- My role as Service Supervisor at Scot JCB LTD was to supervise all aspects of a busy construction equipment service department.
- Organising six field service engineers with their daily workload and ensuring all operations were carried out safely, efficiently and to customers' expectations.
- Estimating costs of repairs and maintenance agreements.
- Submitting warranty claims.
- Mentoring junior personnel.
- Ensuring all safety documentation was kept up to date.
- During my time as a Service Supervisor I gained excellent supervisory and man management skills.
Field Service Engineer
Scot JCB LTD
Aberdeen
04.1997 - 08.1999
- My role as Field Service Engineer at Scot JCB LTD was to carry out repairs and maintenance on heavy construction equipment which included tracked excavators, wheeled loaders, tractors and mini excavators.
- The main areas worked on were hydraulics, transmissions, diesel engines and electronic control systems.
- During my time as a Field Service Engineer I gained excellent customer facing, trouble shooting and analytical diagnostic skills.
Field Service Engineer
Stewart Milne Group
Aberdeen
11.1994 - 04.1997
Heavy Plant Engineer
Grampian Regional Council
06.1990 - 11.1994
Apprentice Engineer
Ian Rennie Engineering
Banff
12.1988 - 06.1990
Education
Bsc - Mechanical Engineering
Robert Gordon University
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City 01.2005 - 01.2011
HND - Mechanical Engineering
Aberdeen College
01.2009 - 01.2011
Courses - Auto-Cad Mechanical, Auto-Cad Inventor, Ansyss FEA, Zetechtics Jupiter Control Systems
Subsea7 In house training
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City 09.2008 -
Skills
- Self-motivated
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Analytical skills
- Problem solving
- QHSE standards
- Communication
- Resource management
- Staff management
- Time management
- Planning
- Cooperation
- Training delivery
- Regulatory compliance
- Attention to detail
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 01/22/73
- Nationality: Scottish
- Marital status: Married
- Place of birth: Banff
Custom
- Les Towler, Subsea 7, Aberdeen, les.towler@subsea7.com
- Ian Gibson, Micron Eagle, Aberdeen, 01224 790970
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer
Subsea 7
07.2014 - 09.2025
HND - Mechanical Engineering
Aberdeen College
01.2009 - 01.2011
Courses - Auto-Cad Mechanical, Auto-Cad Inventor, Ansyss FEA, Zetechtics Jupiter Control Systems
Subsea7 In house training
09.2008 -
ROV Equipment Technical Support Specialist
Subsea 7
09.2008 - 07.2014
Bsc - Mechanical Engineering
Robert Gordon University
01.2005 - 01.2011
Service Supervisor
Scot JCB LTD
08.1999 - 09.2008
Field Service Engineer
Scot JCB LTD
04.1997 - 08.1999
Field Service Engineer
Stewart Milne Group
11.1994 - 04.1997
Heavy Plant Engineer
Grampian Regional Council
06.1990 - 11.1994
Apprentice Engineer
Ian Rennie Engineering
12.1988 - 06.1990