Lead Marine Engineer – Propulsion & Onboard Systems

Catering; Falmouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Marine Engineer position in Falmouth, UK, with a salary dependent on experience. The role combines hands-on engineering with technical leadership and project management across propulsion, power generation, and onboard electrical systems.

Based mainly in Falmouth with some travel, you will install, diagnose, test, and maintain marine systems, support retrofits and overhauls, and ensure regulatory compliance while leading project efforts with apprentices and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Proven expertise with propulsion systems, power generation, and fuel systems.
• Knowledge of onboard electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Installation, diagnostics, testing, and maintenance of marine systems and machinery.
• Provide technical leadership on retrofits, new builds, and major overhauls.
• Conduct performance assessments, system diagnostics, and root‑cause failure investigations.
• Ensure compliance with maritime regulations, classification standards, and company policies.
• Support service leadership in managing projects.
• Work closely with other engineers and apprentices.
• Deliver technical support to our dealer and service network.

Skills

Propulsion systems

Power generation

Fuel systems

Onboard electrical systems

Communication

Organisational skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Degree in Marine Engineering (or related field)

Job description

Marine Engineer position in Falmouth, UK, with a salary dependent on experience. The role combines hands-on engineering with technical leadership and project management across propulsion, power generation, and onboard electrical systems.

Based mainly in Falmouth with some travel, you will install, diagnose, test, and maintain marine systems, support retrofits and overhauls, and ensure regulatory compliance while leading project efforts with apprentices and colleagues.