Chief Engineering Lead - Shipbuilding & Lifting

NAVANTIA UK; Belfast; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime engineering firm in Belfast is seeking a Head of Engineering to oversee all engineering functions across shipbuilding and repair programmes. This senior role demands strategic, technical, and commercial accountability, ensuring compliance with technical and regulatory standards. Candidates should have a strong engineering leadership background, ideally within shipbuilding, and be degree-qualified in Engineering. The role offers a dynamic working environment with the potential for travel.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior engineering leadership experience in shipbuilding or heavy marine engineering.
• Strong technical grounding in naval architecture and marine systems.
• Proven record of delivering large-scale marine projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver the engineering strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
• Lead engineering risk management and compliance.
• Manage engineering budgets and improve profitability.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Team management

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAE platforms

Production engineering software

Job description

A leading maritime engineering firm in Belfast is seeking a Head of Engineering to oversee all engineering functions across shipbuilding and repair programmes. This senior role demands strategic, technical, and commercial accountability, ensuring compliance with technical and regulatory standards. Candidates should have a strong engineering leadership background, ideally within shipbuilding, and be degree-qualified in Engineering. The role offers a dynamic working environment with the potential for travel.