Job Description
Contract Routing Design Engineer IR35 Status: Out
Hourly – Circa £40 DOE
Contract Term – 3 months
Location – Hybrid in Southampton
We’re excited to be supporting a specialist in advanced marine engineering. The company delivers innovative design solutions for vessel systems, structural fabrication, and fluid routing. With a focus on precision, performance, and manufacturability, the team supports complex projects from concept to completion. Known for its collaborative culture and technical excellence, it offers a dynamic environment for engineers passionate about marine technology and real-world impact.
We’re looking an experienced Project Design Engineers with a strong background in piping and routing to join a specialist marine design team. This is a hands-on contract role where you’ll contribute to high-impact projects involving complex fluid systems and mechanical layouts. You’ll play a key role in maintaining project continuity and ensuring successful delivery across active marine engineering programmes.
Responsibilities, but are not limited to
* Design and route pipework, fuel, and seawater systems using SolidWorks Routing tools
* Develop and modify 3D models and assemblies for marine vessel systems using SolidWorks 2025
* Interpret P&ID diagrams and implement accurate 3D system layouts
* Collaborate with shop floor teams to ensure designs are practical, maintainable, and accessible
* Set up new components and integrate them into existing ship models
* Produce and manage BOMs, product libraries, and downloaded models
* Apply DFM principles to optimise designs for manufacturing, including components sourced internationally
* Use PDM systems to manage design data and maintain version control
* Work with aluminium structures and confined ship zones (e.g., engine rooms) as needed
Experiences required
* Proven experience in marine, vessel, shipping, or similar environments (e.g. oil & gas, aerospace)
* Strong proficiency in SolidWorks, particularly the Routing tool for piping and tubing
* Solid understanding of P&ID creation and layouts for gas, water, or fuel systems
* Experience producing detailed technical drawing packs for manufacture, including BOMs
* Background in mechanical system design with a focus on fluid routing and integration
* Familiarity with aluminium and welded assemblies is beneficial but secondary to routing expertise