Mechanical Design Engineer

Kongsberg Gruppen; Dunfermline; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kongsberg Gruppen is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to work within their Commercial Marine business. This role involves detailed mechanical design for marine stabiliser and steering products, supporting both new designs and existing systems. Candidates must have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience. An exciting opportunity for professional development within a leading global technology company awaits!

Benefits

Professional development and career opportunities

International work environment

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of engineering experience required.
• Experience in designing mechanical components for steel fabrication.
• Valid EU Passport or current permission to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Detailed design of mechanical systems for marine applications.
• Perform calculations to support contract and design requirements.
• Developing and testing new designs and prototypes.

Skills

CAD modelling

Calculations

Proficiency in PTC Creo 8

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Knowledge of manufacturing processes

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Workbench 2019

Mathcad Prime 8

MRP / ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Commercial Marine business for the key role of Mechanical Design Engineer to deliver and expand our portfolio of marine stabiliser and steering products. From luxury yachts and cruise ships to merchant vessels and naval ships, our products are renowned for in-service quality and reliability.

Reporting to the VP Product, you will undertake detailed design of mechanical systems for marine applications, primarily ship stabilisers and steering systems. This includes all engineering activities from requirements analysis, sales support, specification and design, manufacturing support, testing, and through-life technical support. The work involves developing new designs as well as supporting existing systems.

You may be required to travel occasionally for sea-trials, fault diagnosis, and customer support.

Key Accountabilities

• Engineering tasks related to the production of original equipment, mainly ship stabilisers and steering gear
• Performing calculations to support contract, design, and class society requirements
• CAD modelling, drawing, and checking
• Analyzing customer and contact requirements and preparing specifications
• Providing engineering support for sales and estimating
• Writing technical procedures and product manuals
• Developing and testing new designs and prototypes

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• At least 5 years of engineering experience
• Experience designing mechanical components for steel fabrication and assembly
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, welding, machining, casting, and forging techniques
• Familiarity with classification society rules
• Experience generating manufacturing drawings for production
• Experience using MRP / ERP systems
• Proficiency in 3D modelling and 2D design (PTC Creo 8 and AutoCAD)
• Knowledge of finite element analysis (ANSYS Workbench 2019)
• Working knowledge of Mathcad Prime 8
• Experience in office-based calculations using various tools and techniques
• Good computer skills (MS Office and relevant applications)
• Knowledge of hydraulics and control systems is advantageous
• Valid EU Passport or current permission to work in the UK

You are able to

• Act on your own initiative, make things happen, and accept responsibility
• Focus on results, identify risks, and monitor financial impacts
• Use a systematic approach, plan ahead, prioritize, and allocate resources effectively
• Analyze complex issues and develop rational judgments
• Communicate clearly, precisely, and structurally
• Collaborate well with others, share knowledge, and support team goals

What we can offer

• An exciting position with a world-leading supplier of maritime solutions
• International work environment and multidisciplinary collaboration
• Professional development and career opportunities
• Hybrid working arrangement

Work location

Dunfermline

Point of contact

Andy Scott - VP Product

Kongsberg Maritime is a global marine technology company providing innovative solutions for various industry sectors. Headquartered in Norway, it operates in 34 countries. Part of KONGSBERG, it delivers high-technology systems to clients worldwide.

Our Motion Control division specializes in handling solutions, focusing on system integration, technology development, and project delivery for winches and handling solutions.

At Kongsberg, we tackle challenging problems and deliver high performance through excellent products and services, aiming for the greatest benefits to our customers.