Mechanical Design Engineer - USVs & Autonomous Marine Systems

SYOS Aerospace; Fareham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SYOS is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Fareham to design and develop mechanical systems for uncrewed surface vessels, taking concepts through prototyping, testing and production.

You will create detailed 3D models and drawings with SolidWorks, apply DFMA principles, perform FEA and simulations, and collaborate with manufacturing, suppliers and cross‑functional teams to deliver safe, cost‑effective marine solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years’ experience in mechanical design of electro-mechanical or complex engineered systems.
• Proven experience with mechanical design for USVs, marine systems, vehicles or similar platforms.
• Strong experience with SolidWorks CAD.
• Industry experience with FEA and structural analysis.
• Strong understanding of DFMA, materials and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems for uncrewed surface vessels from concept through to production.
• Create detailed 3D models, assemblies and engineering drawings using SolidWorks.
• Select appropriate materials, components and manufacturing processes using DFMA principles.
• Perform structural analysis, FEA and simulations to validate and optimise designs.
• Support prototyping, build, testing and evaluation, incorporating design improvements based on results.
• Work closely with manufacturing and production teams to deliver practical, cost-effective designs.
• Collaborate with suppliers and external partners on component and material selection.
• Identify and resolve technical and design challenges throughout the product lifecycle.
• Stay current with new technologies, materials and manufacturing techniques relevant to autonomous systems.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

FEA

DFMA

Job description

SYOS is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Fareham to design and develop mechanical systems for uncrewed surface vessels, taking concepts through prototyping, testing and production.

You will create detailed 3D models and drawings with SolidWorks, apply DFMA principles, perform FEA and simulations, and collaborate with manufacturing, suppliers and cross‑functional teams to deliver safe, cost‑effective marine solutions.