Mechanical Design Engineer

Expleo; Southampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Southampton seeks a qualified engineer with strong mechanical and electrical systems knowledge. Responsibilities include delivering high-quality consultancy services while working collaboratively within multi-discipline teams. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant STEM field and be a member of a recognized engineering institution. This role offers a supportive environment aiming for continuous improvement and the opportunity for personal and professional development.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Accredited training courses

Competitive company benefits

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in a relevant STEM discipline or equivalent experience in ship design.
• Professional member of RINA, IMarEST, IMechE, or IET.
• Recognised as an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer by the UK Engineering Council.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients and peers through projects.
• Deliver reliability, productivity & quality in consultancy based projects.
• Communicate effectively in multi-discipline teams.

Skills

Mechanical Equipment Knowledge

Electrical Equipment Knowledge

General Arrangement Experience

Understanding of Classification Rules

Technical Leadership

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Professional member of a relevant engineering institution

Job description

Responsibilities

• Mechanical Equipment Knowledge (, Ship Systems (Propulsion, Steering, Fuel Systems, Bilge & Ballast , Auxiliary Systems (HVAC, Chilled Water, Grey/Black systems ,
• Electrical Equipment Knowledge (, Generation, Storage (Batteries , Distribution (AC & DC), Domestic,
• General Arrangement / Compartment Layouts - modelling & drawing experience
• Class & Flag Requirements (DNV & MCA specifically)

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in a relevant STEM discipline (., Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Marine Technology, Naval Engineering), or equivalent experience in the naval and commercial ship design, construction, or maintenance domain.
• Professional member of a relevant engineering institution (., RINA, IMarEST, IMechE, IET).
• Recognised as an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer by the UK Engineering Council (or an ability to achieve within 12 months).

Essential skills

• An understanding of classification society rules, regulations and standards in the design, construction and in-service lifecycle phases.
• A readiness to grow & develop your technical & behavioural competence to operate at the cutting edge of your discipline.
• The drive to work in a collaborative environment with a natural curiosity and continuous improvement approach, challenging yourself and others to find new solutions.
• A proven track record of delivering reliability, productivity & quality in a technical consultancy environment.
• A passion to grow & support others through strong technical leadership, helping to identify new opportunities for technical & behavioural development and progression.

Experience

• Missing skills or experience? Let us be the judge! At Expleo we are passionate about people; we recognise that technology moves quickly and that no one can learn everything, which is why we seek those who can adapt and demonstrate the aptitude to learn. With enthusiasm and the right attitude, we can help you discover your potential.
• Experience of working in multi-company and engineering discipline teams with an ability to communicate effectively.
• Experience in a technical consulting environment, leading and/or supporting multiple engineering projects & customers.

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
• Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo