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Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.
Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.
As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.
We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.
Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!
Job Description
We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer Contractor with experience in complex enclosure design to join our team at ESCO Maritime Solutions working out of Rugeley, Staffordshire.
We seek experienced and highly qualified engineers who are passionate about solving challenging engineering problems to exceed our customers' expectations. Our company specialises in developing unique solutions for harsh environments across a diverse range of products, from deep ocean exploration electric field sensors to high-powered electric motors and converters. We work in integrated product teams and expect our engineers to be proficient in all stages of product development, from concept to delivery.
In this role, the candidate will collaborate with our Mechanical Design team and specialists from other engineering disciplines to produce mechanical designs in support of our defence products.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
* Generating models in CAD
* Carrying out elements of product design
* Contributing to the development of engineering excellence within the business
* Providing mechanical engineering expertise in support of future business opportunities
The ideal candidate should have:
* A degree or higher in mechanical engineering
* Broad knowledge of all aspects of engineering, such as systems, electrical, electro-mechanical, and rotating machinery
* Experience in manufacturing methods applicable to electrical enclosures, such as metal fabrications, castings, welding, machining, and corrosion protection
* Proficiency in Solidworks
* Good knowledge of materials
* Good knowledge of best practices in design lifecycle processes, such as gated design phases and design reviews
* Experience in designing to strict requirements such as shock, EMC and thermal
* Strong communication skills
At ESCO Maritime Solutions, we understand that work-life balance is important. That's why we offer a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid home/office working, flexible working, and part or full-time employment. Our values of innovation and empowerment inspire us to welcome the challenge of working in new ways and trust our people to get the job done.
Note: All candidates must be eligible to achieve the relevant security vetting level applicable to the role.
* This role has been assessed as Inside IR35**
Relocation Support
Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise, is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so that’s why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines.
Nationality Requirements
Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.
Diverse & Inclusive Employer
Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.
We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.
Company: Ultra Maritime
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing
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