Mechanical Design Engineer – Marine Shaftline Seals

Wärtsilä Corporation; Havant; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Wärtsilä Defence Solutions Limited (WDSL) is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Havant, UK, to design, analyze, and support marine shaftline seal systems. You will produce GA drawings, perform calculations, and collaborate with suppliers while ensuring compliance with standards.

The role involves providing technical support during installation and servicing, delivering documentation, and contributing to continuous improvement of engineering tools and processes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience in mechanical design and engineering analysis.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g. Solid Edge or similar).
• Ability to communicate with internal and external customers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach.
• Fluency in English (verbal & written).
• Office software: MS Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Experience in marine equipment, seals, or bearings.
• Knowledge of seal design or mechanical calculations.
• Familiarity with shock calculations.
• Experience with MathCAD, MATLAB, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Produce GA drawings and detailed designs for shaftline seal installations.
• Develop design solutions that meet technical and project requirements.
• Ensure designs comply with engineering standards and data control processes.
• Perform engineering calculations related to seal performance and system behavior.
• Support specification and configuration of internally manufactured components.
• Liaise with suppliers/manufacturers to meet technical requirements.
• Provide technical support during installation, commissioning, and servicing of seal assemblies.
• Assist customers throughout the product lifecycle with technical expertise.
• Deliver high-quality engineering documentation on time.
• Maintain accurate product data and records.
• Support continuous improvement of engineering processes and tools.

Skills

Mechanical design

Engineering analysis

CAD: Solid Edge

Customer communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

English fluency

MathCAD

MATLAB

Marine equipment knowledge

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solid Edge

MathCAD

MATLAB

Job description

Wärtsilä Defence Solutions Limited (WDSL) is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Havant, UK, to design, analyze, and support marine shaftline seal systems. You will produce GA drawings, perform calculations, and collaborate with suppliers while ensuring compliance with standards.

The role involves providing technical support during installation and servicing, delivering documentation, and contributing to continuous improvement of engineering tools and processes.