Maritime Structural Engineer

Matchtech Group; Gosport; In loco; GBP 45.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Matchtech Group is seeking a Maritime Structural Engineer to contribute to the design, analysis and development of complex marine structures for advanced defence and maritime projects in the UK. The role involves working within a highly specialised environment and leveraging world-class facilities to deliver robust structural solutions.

The successful candidate will apply expertise in structural design, fatigue and dynamic analysis, with experience in composites and metals, using Abaqus and CAD

Competenze

• Structural design and analysis in a regulated engineering environment.
• Experience with composite and metallic materials.
• Understanding of fatigue, dynamic and static load analysis.
• Proficiency with FEA, ideally Abaqus.
• Experience using CAD software packages.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and structural failure mechanisms.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.

Mansioni

• Designing and analysing metallic and composite structures from concept to production.
• Performing structural assessments including static, dynamic and fatigue analysis.
• Developing multi-material assemblies, including bonded and bolted joints.
• Supporting projects from requirements through delivery.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to solve engineering problems.
• Producing technical reports, calculations and documentation.
• Contributing to customer-facing technical discussions and presentations.
• Mentoring junior engineers where appropriate.

Conoscenze

Structural analysis

Composite materials

Fatigue analysis

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Formazione

Bachelors in Mechanical / Civil / Marine / Aerospace Engineering

Strumenti

Abaqus

CAD

Descrizione del lavoro

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Maritime Structural Engineer to join a leading UK engineering and technology organisation supporting some of the most innovative projects across the defence and maritime sectors. Working within a highly specialised engineering environment, you will contribute to the design, analysis, and development of complex structures and components used in cutting-edge marine applications. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on technically challenging projects alongside industry experts, utilising world-class testing and research facilities.

What You'll Be Doing

• Designing and analysing metallic and composite structures from concept through to production
• Performing structural assessments including static, dynamic, and fatigue analysis
• Developing complex multi-material assemblies, including bonded and bolted joint designs
• Supporting engineering projects from initial requirements through to delivery
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to solve challenging engineering problems
• Producing technical reports, calculations, and engineering documentation
• Contributing to customer-facing technical discussions and presentations
• Supporting continuous improvement and mentoring junior engineers where appropriate

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience

• Structural design and analysis experience within a highly regulated engineering environment
• Experience working with composite and metallic materials
• Knowledge of structural features such as inserts, castings, and fastening systems
• Strong understanding of fatigue, dynamic, and static load analysis
• Proficiency in FEA tools, ideally Abaqus
• Experience using CAD software packages
• Understanding of structural failure mechanisms and manufacturing processes
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Marine Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline

Why Apply?

You'll join an organisation at the forefront of maritime innovation, working on projects that directly support national capability and technological advancement. You'll have access to exceptional facilities, challenging technical work, and genuine opportunities to develop your career within a collaborative engineering environment.

Whether your background is in maritime, naval, aerospace, defence, advanced composites, or structural analysis, we'd be keen to hear from you