Engineer (Naval Architect)

Webrecruit Ireland Ltd.; Poole; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Naval Architect (Engineer) focused on saving lives at sea. In this pivotal role, you will design and develop engineering solutions for the RNLI's floating assets, ensuring safety and efficiency. Collaborating with various engineering and operational teams, you'll tackle exciting projects that contribute to the organization's mission. With a commitment to innovation and teamwork, you'll thrive in an environment that values your expertise and encourages professional growth. If you're passionate about engineering and making a difference, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Flexible working

26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Outstanding pension scheme

Life assurance

Health and dental cash plan

Qualifications

• RINA accredited Naval Architecture qualification or equivalent.
• 2-3 years experience as a Naval Architect.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop technical documentation for RNLI assets.
• Provide technical support and liaise with contractors and suppliers.
• Plan and conduct technical investigations and analysis.

Skills

Naval Architecture

Technical Documentation

Project Management

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

RINA accredited Naval Architecture qualification

Level 5 qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

About us

Our purpose is simple, to save lives at sea. Since the 19^th century, our crews have been risking their lives to save those who are in danger of drowning.

We’re looking for a Naval Architect (Engineer) to join our Naval Architecture team. The team is responsible for the structures, stability, equipment, and human factors across all the RNLI’s floating assets. Working in collaboration with other Engineering colleagues, Production, Procurement, Maintenance, and Operations teams, you will be supporting the existing fleet, new construction projects, and developing new equipment in line with departmental priorities as well as to support obsolescence. Your commitment to helping us produce and evaluate innovative, practical, and cost-effective engineering and design solutions will be key.

Some of the benefits

• Salary: £34,253 - £40,298 (dependent on experience)
• Flexible working
• 26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Outstanding pension scheme (contributions of up to 16% of basic salary)
• Life assurance
• Health and dental cash plan

Your Role

As a Naval Architect (Engineer), you will be tasked with focus on the following areas:

• To carry out design and development work and configuration change control of technical documentation to facilitate the through-life product configuration of all assets and their associated equipment using the RNLI business systems and processes.
• To ensure that the design of RNLI plant, equipment, and procedures are developed in accordance with EAM Processes and Standards.
• To work within one or more of the EAM delivery and project cells and to work with the Cell Leads and project managers to ensure work is completed to agreed timescales and that Cell processes are followed.
• To act as a designated engineering signatory in accordance with the EAM delegated authority.
• To assist in providing technical support to coastal staff and volunteers.
• To liaise with boatyards, contractors, and suppliers in conjunction with procurement and technical surveyors.
• To plan and undertake technical investigations, troubleshooting, trials, and analysis of data at boatyards, contractor’s premises, and on-board plant.
• To become involved in other ad hoc tasks and projects as required.

About You

You’ll be an output-focused individual with a dynamic approach to your work, who is looking to develop your career in an exciting engineering environment. To be considered for this role you will need:

• A RINA accredited Naval Architecture (or equivalent) engineering qualification equivalent to the England, Wales, and Northern Ireland qualification level 5 as defined by the UK government, or at level 3 or 4 with proven additional experience.
• A minimum of 2-3 years experience working as a Naval Architect.
• A motivated individual with a positive attitude. A team player, able to collaborate and perform under pressure.
• A proven ability to develop novel strategies to overcome issues and to innovate to improve operational delivery.
• Good communication skills, both written and presentational.
• Good team working, organisation, communication, and attention to detail.

So, as a Naval Architect (Engineer), if you have a desire to grow your technical skills and understanding and want to see how this role supports our organisation’s aim to save lives at sea, this could be the role for you. Please apply via the button shown.