Design Engineer

1 day ago

Southampton, United Kingdom Marine Resources Full time

Design Engineer – Composites / Mechanical

Southampton

Permanent – Full time

£45,000 - £55,000

An established design and manufacturing team is seeking to recruit a full-time, experienced Design Engineer to join its Design Office. The role will report directly to the Design Manager and will suit a motivated individual with strong technical and creative design capabilities.

The successful candidate will work on project-based designs across a broad spectrum of design disciplines, collaborating closely with external design teams, clients, and internal departments. The role involves producing both technical and conceptual design intent for new build projects, with support from the wider Design team.

Role & Responsibilities

With guidance and input from the Design team, the Design Engineer will be responsible for:

Producing detailed manufacturing 3D models and drawings for in-house and subcontract tooling, composite, and fabrication facilities, working closely with manufacturing teams to ensure a strong design-for-production approach.
Delivering original design input for the development of new build projects, including tooling design, composite design, and mechanical mechanisms.
Collaborating with the Engineering Department to incorporate small craft systems into master 3D models.
Supporting new development projects by researching new equipment and proposing innovative materials, systems, and design solutions.
Creating and maintaining master bills of materials for new build projects.
Capturing shop floor information to produce accurate as-built drawings. 

Required Experience & Skills

BEng / MEng level education in a relevant discipline, ideally supported by practical operational or manufacturing experience.
3–5 years’ experience in a similar design role; a portfolio of previous work is advantageous.
Knowledge of small power craft construction and design.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
A focused, productive approach with strong accuracy and attention to detail.
Appreciation and understanding of high-end, detail-driven projects.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Professional experience using Microsoft Office applications.
Proficiency in 2D, 3D surface, and 3D solid modelling software, including AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, and OnShape or SolidWorks. 

Desirable Experience & Skills

Ability to carry out structural calculations to confirm suitability of designs, particularly for fabricated items and composite structures, covering both initial structural analysis and production engineering.
Knowledge of the superyacht sector and the operational requirements of yacht tenders.
Strong conceptual skills, including the ability to hand sketch and 3D model new tender concepts that align with the style and detailing of a parent vessel; a supporting portfolio would be highly advantageous. 

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to technically challenging, high-quality projects within a collaborative and design-led environment.

If you are interested in this role please apply now with your up to date CV.

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