Chief Engineer, AUV Systems & Architecture

Ocean Infinity

Southampton

On-site

GBP 100,000 - 150,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Ocean Infinity Solutions is seeking a Chief Engineer to take technical ownership of our Autonomous Underwater Vehicle portfolio. You will translate strategy into engineering reality and lead cross‑disciplinary teams to deliver safe, buildable underwater systems.

You will set technical direction across buoyancy, structures, propulsion, power, autonomy and payload integration, balancing performance, risk and cost while ensuring on‑time delivery and rigorous technical assurance.

Qualifications

Significant experience developing and delivering AUVs, underwater vehicles or complex subsea systems.
Proven track record in technical leadership roles such as Chief Engineer or Systems Lead.
Strong understanding of the AUV technology stack: mechanicals, propulsion, power, autonomy, navigation, sensors.

Responsibilities

Translate AUV strategy into engineering reality across the full ecosystem.
Drive technical direction balancing capability, risk, cost and schedule.
Act as senior technical authority for AUV system design, integration and trials.
Capture roadmap needs, define trade-offs and prioritise capability development.
Provide independent technical validation and oversee delivery across teams and suppliers.
Mentor engineering teams and strengthen decision-making across the AUV organisation.