Structural Design Engineer
Southampton / Hybrid, UK
£45 - 60,000 + benefits
If you enjoy working in a flexible and dynamic start-up environment and love variety within your role then this senior structural design / mechanical design engineer opportunity would be a great fit.
The company specialises in wind propulsion systems for the marine sector and due to considerable growth plans, they are looking for a senior structural design engineer / mechanical design engineer to join their team and help drive products from concept through to full scale production.
Your Role: Structural Design Engineer:
* Lead mechanical and structural design of subsystems from concept through manufacturing release
* Produce 3D models, detailed drawings and structural/ thermal FEA calculations to ensure robust designs, design for manufacture (DFM) & continuous improvement are achieved
* Manage design validation, documentation and integration with performance, systems and manufacturing teams
* Champion professional standards of engineering integrity, safety and sustainability within the team (DNV, LR etc)
* As the team and business grows, you will be able to mentor and support junior engineers and take responsibility for whole propulsion system projects
Skills / Knowledge: Structural Design Engineer:
* A good degree in a relevant subject (e.g. mechanical / structural / marine engineering)
* Strong industry experience in either heavy structural design, heavy machinery, wind turbines, cranes, marine, shipping design, capital equipment, hydraulic lifting platforms coupled with good systems knowledge – actuators, gearbox, cooling, control systems etc. This is not just a stand alone structures role.
* Proven industry experience taking a product from concept into full production with good knowledge of DFM, DFA, large welded structures, materials, corrosion, composites and steels etc
* Proven experience of high end 3D solid modelling CAD software (e.g. Inventor, Unigraphics NX, Solidworks, Creo, Catia or similar)
* Practical, hands on engineering skills would be ideal - ability to build or fabricate systems
* Positive, enthusiastic attitude with a passion for engineering and mechanical product / structural design
This role sits within a growing start up business so flexibility and an adaptable approach to engineering is required.
The role offers hybrid working with 2/3 days in the office based around Southampton.