Company description: Foreship Foreship is a 100 strong international ship design and marine engineering consultancy, specialising in naval architecture, energy transition, sustainability, stability, performance optimisation and project engineering. The company leads newbuild and conversion projects, supporting a wide portfolio in the ferry, cruise, cargo, offshore and alternative fuels sectors. Since opening in 2022, Foreship UK has rapidly expanded, completing over 200 projects and contributing to major innovation initiatives across the UK Maritime sector. Acquired by RINA in 2025, Foreship continues to operate under its own brand, maintaining its expertise while complementing RINAs Marine business unit. RINA Consulting RINA is a 7,000 strong global engineering services and consulting firm, with a heritage in ship Classification, Certification and Survey. The company has since diversified, providing innovative engineering consulting services to the Marine, Defence, Energy, Oil & Gas, Power, Renewables, Transport & Infrastructure sectors. Operating out of 70 countries, RINA offers significant depth of experience across engineering disciplines to support clients, assuring complex structures are designed effectively, functionally safe and regulatory compliant. Job description: Marine Systems Engineer needed to join Foreship UK. You will contribute engineeringexpertiseacross vessel propulsion, auxiliary machinery, machinery spaces, HVAC/hotel systems, and wider ship system integration. Based out of our Southampton (HQ), Foreship UK operates a hybrid working model, though you will be required to travel or shipboard across the UK and internationally occasionally. Responsibilities: You will support feasibility, concept, basic and detailed design stages; translate customer requirements into practical, class-compliant engineering solutions; and ensure high-quality delivery that supports Foreships reputation for technical excellence in the cruise, ferry,yachtand wider maritime domains: Undertake marine systems engineering work across concept, basic and detailed design stages,covering propulsion machinery, auxiliarysystemsand hotel/HVAC systems. Produce technical drawings, calculations,specificationsand engineering documentation suitable for class/flag submissions and client reviews. Translate customer requirements into functional specifications and engineered system solutions. Support feasibility studies, concept development, conversionprojectsand vessel modifications. Interface with other engineering disciplines to deliver coordinated, integrated system designs. Engage with equipment suppliers and makers to clarify system requirements and ensure correct integration of machinery and components. Profile description: Required Qualifications & Experience? BEng/MEng in?Marine Engineering(or equivalent).? 2-3years professional experience inmarine systems engineeringfor marine vessels. Working knowledge of major class rule set (DNV, LR, ABS, BV). Proficiencyinengineeringtools(e.g.STAR-CCM,ANSYS, Rhino/AutoCAD). Ability to produce clear,client readydocumentation and communicate results effectively.? Prepared to travel for occasional surveys, trials, and yard support.? We offer: As part of our growing global team, youll find yourself working with world-class professionals and clients. In addition, you will be rewarded with: Competitive salary Matched 6% pension Life Assurance Healthcare Insurance 25 days leave (plus bank holidays) Option to buy more holiday Smart/hybrid Working policy Professional development, support with qualifications (i.e. Chartership) Pay for professional membership Support of Military Reservists 10 additional paid days Cycle to work scheme E-Vehicle scheme Employee perks retail discounts Generous recruitment referral bonus 4 half days paid leave for STEM Ambassadors Season ticket loan