Lead Maritime Structural Engineer – FEA & Submarines (SC)

Gold Group Limited; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Principal Maritime Structural Engineer in Portsmouth to lead a high-profile maritime defence project. The role involves utilizing Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural assessment, coordinating engineering efforts, and mentoring teams. Candidates must have substantial experience in structural design to recognized codes, proficiency in FEA and CAD software, and a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Security Clearance (SC) is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
• Excellent understanding of engineering principles.
• Substantial experience of structural design to recognised codes of practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate engineering activities to deliver projects within scope, time, and budget.
• Mentor engineering teams to build capability.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Composites engineering

Structural verification and validation

Composite-to-metal interfaces

Structural design codes (Maritime/Civil)

Mechanical/Structural analysis

FEA / Structural simulation

Maritime defence

Education

BEng / MEng in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent industry experience

Tools

FEA software (ideally Abaqus)

CAD software

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a Principal Maritime Structural Engineer in Portsmouth to lead a high-profile maritime defence project. The role involves utilizing Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural assessment, coordinating engineering efforts, and mentoring teams. Candidates must have substantial experience in structural design to recognized codes, proficiency in FEA and CAD software, and a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Security Clearance (SC) is required for this position.