Mechanical Engineer

Spot.; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering clean-shipping technology firm in Southampton is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer / Design Engineer to lead the design of the AirWing system. This critical position involves developing cutting-edge solutions for wind-assisted propulsion. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Structural Marine Engineering and a minimum of 3 years in mechanical or design engineering. The firm promotes a collaborative and fast-paced environment, offering a competitive salary and hybrid working from an engineering office near Southampton.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme participation

Hybrid working setup

25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays

Pension scheme with company contribution

Private health care

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in mechanical/design engineering of complex systems.
• Proven track record delivering designs from concept through to production.
• Experience applying engineering judgement and problem-solving under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Play a central role in the detailed design and development of the AirWing system.
• Turn breakthrough concepts into robust class-compliant production-ready hardware.
• Work closely with the Head of Engineering and cross-functional teams.

Skills

3D modelling

Design calculation

Problem-solving under pressure

Engineering judgement

Education

Degree in Mechanical Structural Marine Engineering or similar

Tools

Inventor or similar 3D CAD

Job description

We're seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer / Design Engineer to join GT Wings one of the UKs most exciting clean-shipping technology companies. If you want to apply world‑class engineering to a real‑world climate challenge (and help shape the future of commercial vessel design) this is your opportunity.

GT Wings is at an exciting stage of growth. With its first full‑scale AirWing installation complete and multiple commercial projects in development the business is now scaling from prototype to production building the future of wind‑assisted propulsion. What sets GT Wings apart is its engineering‑led purpose‑driven culture: innovative fast‑moving and collaborative where technical excellence and delivery go hand in hand.

This is a rare opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer / Design Engineer to play a central role in the detailed design and development of the AirWing system from early concepts through to manufacturing release and in‑service support. Working closely with the Head of Engineering and cross‑functional teams you'll help turn breakthrough concepts into robust class‑compliant production‑ready hardware. This is hands‑on engineering at pace with meaningful climate impact.

Key Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Structural Marine Engineering or similar
• 3 years experience in mechanical / design engineering of complex systems
• Proven track record delivering designs from concept through to production
• Strong 3D modelling detailed drawing and design calculation capabilities
• Confidence operating in fast‑moving R&D and build environments
• Experience applying engineering judgement and problem‑solving under pressure
• Desire to contribute to a mission‑driven clean‑tech environment

Any exposure to marine or offshore engineering large‑structure or mechanism design FEA Inventor or similar 3D CAD exposure to class/certification requirements (DNV/LR) actuation or control systems insight familiarity with structural testing and validation is advantageous.

Benefits

• Bonus Scheme participation in company discretionary bonus scheme
• Hybrid working (remote initially) with plans for engineering office near Southampton.
• Monthly company wide meetings in London (expenses covered)
• 40hr work week
• Holiday 25 days annual leave plus UK bank holiday
• Pension enrolment in company pension scheme 5% company contribution 5% employee contribution.
• Private health care for you (family can be added on at your cost) - BIK applies

Key Skills

• Direct Sales
• Electrical Installation
• Desktop Support
• Data Entry Operation
• Customer Relationship

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary Salary: 45000 - 60000