Mechanical Design Engineer

Kraken Robotics, Inc.; England; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraken Robotics is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in our Blackbushe, United Kingdom office. The role focuses on designing advanced maritime defence technology, producing and interpreting engineering drawings, and interfacing with cross‑functional teams to drive project success.

Ideal candidates will have a Mechanical Engineering degree, 4+ years in design, proficiency in SolidWorks or Inventor, and a strong grasp of BS8888 drawing standards with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Producing & reading standard engineering drawings to BS8888 with attention to detail.
• Experience with CAD software SolidWorks and/or Inventor.
• 4+ years in product development/design engineering.
• Knowledge of manufacturing principles and production processes.

Responsibilities

• Complete mechanical tasks on projects, including modelling, drawings, and prototyping parts.
• Collaborate with internal engineering and project teams to deliver high‑quality drawings meeting defence standards.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

University degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

Build your career with Kraken Robotics. Make a difference to others. If innovation drives you, and you want a career that makes a difference to the world, helping humanity overcome the challenges in our oceans – safely, efficiently, and sustainably – then come join us at Kraken Robotics.

Kraken Robotics is currently recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Blackbushe, United Kingdom Office.

ROLES AND RESPONSBILITIES

• The role of a Mechanical Design Engineer at Kraken Robotics UK Ltd, (formerly Chelsea Technologies, Forcys and Wavefront), is an opportunity to join a team of highly skilled engineers designing industry leading advanced maritime defence technology; specialising in underwater sensing, tracking, and domain awareness solutions. Building on decades of engineering expertise, Kraken Robotics delivers mission‑critical capability to defence customers worldwide.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for completing mechanical tasks on the projects, including modelling, producing engineering drawings and ordering prototype parts. Working closely with our internal engineering and project teams, the engineer must be able to step into an active workflow, operate with minimal supervision, and deliver high‑quality mechanical drawings that meets the stringent standards expected within the defence environment.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Experience using CAD software, preferably SolidWorks and/or Inventor
• Producing & reading standard engineering drawings and ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• 4+ years’ experience in industry, working in product development and/or design
• Demonstrate a sound & comprehensive knowledge of fundamental engineering theories, aptitude for design & ability to problem solve.
• Ability to produce engineering drawings to BS8888 with a high attention to detail
• Knowledge of manufacturing principles and production processes.
• Ability to contact suppliers.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with colleagues throughout the company at all levels and disciplines.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• MRP experience

SECURITY CLEARANCE

• Security clearance will be applied for on appointment - Only candidates suitable for clearance need apply.
• Proof of residency in UK for last 5 years is required.