Naval Architect/Mechanical Engineer Graduate - Early Careers 2025

QinetiQ Limited; Gosport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Naval Architect/Mechanical Engineer Graduate for their Early Careers program. This exciting opportunity involves working on significant submarine components, contributing to innovative projects in hydrodynamics and marine structures. The role emphasizes collaboration, problem-solving, and technical excellence, allowing you to grow your skills in a supportive environment. Join a team that values diversity and integrity, and make a real impact on the future of maritime engineering. This is your chance to kickstart a rewarding career in a dynamic and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Personal Development Fund

On-Demand Learning

Coaching and Mentoring

25 Days Annual Holiday

Matched Contribution Pension Scheme

Employee Discount Portal

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee-Led Networks

Qualifications

• Formal qualifications in Naval Architecture or Mechanical Engineering required.
• Experience in data analysis and programming is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical projects related to submarine mechanical design.
• Collaborate with technical teams to enhance project outcomes.

Skills

Data Analysis

Programming (Matlab, Python)

Communication Skills

Team Working

Attention to Detail

Education

Naval Architecture

Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Title: Naval Architect/Mechanical Engineer Graduate - Early Careers 2025

Location: Gosport, England, United Kingdom

Role Type: Permanent Full Time

Job Title: Naval Architect/Mechanical Engineer Graduate - Early Careers 2025

Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role ID: SF18227

At QinetiQ we are creating a workplace that is inclusive; where our differences are not only embraced but make us stronger. A place where we can connect with each other and benefit from the experiences and thinking from people with varied backgrounds, and at different stages in their careers.

The Team:

The Maritime Engineering Group sits within the Maritime, Land and Weapons business of QinetiQ. The team delivers testing and evaluation consultancy services in the area of hydrodynamics, submarine escape and evacuation and maritime structures. Problem solving forms a significant part of the project work within the group – identifying a methodology for solving a client’s issues, mathematically or through physical testing.

What will I be doing?

The primary focus of the job will be the delivery of technical projects relating to the mechanical design of significant components of a submarine. Whilst the role has a specific focus, there will be opportunities to be involved in the group’s wider work streams, which include propulsor and propeller design, dynamic stability, quasi-static stability, seakeeping, resistance and propulsion of surface ships and submarines.

Key Accountabilities:

• Delivery:
  • Undertake engineering and technical activities to deliver specific elements of projects. Combine technical knowledge and sound engineering judgement to solve problems. Breakdown complex tasks and then execute the planned schedule of work. Work under the supervision of a Project Technical Lead and Project Manager to deliver the work to the agreed quality, timescale and budget. Participate in business support activities including bidding and planning activities.
• Through example:
  • Demonstrate the expected QinetiQ values and behaviours.
• Resilience:
  • Continue to develop your own skills and knowledge in your areas of expertise. Work with the wider engineering and technical communities to improve the resilience of QinetiQ’s technical offerings.
• Internal Collaboration:
  • Work with the wider technical teams to improve your understanding of the work that is being undertaken within the group and share the details of your own work. Look for opportunities to work with other areas to improve project outputs by applying new methods/processes and/or using new software/toolsets. Develop an understanding of the wider technical management functions (e.g. Technical Excellence; Safety Engineering) and where appropriate, use these functions to assure the technical quality of your own work.
• Safety:
  • Be responsible for your own actions to ensure they are conducted in a safe manner, highlighting hazards and potentially unsafe practices. Where appropriate, make recommendations to reduce the risk so that it is as low as responsibly practicable.

Entry Requirements:

The applicant should have formal qualifications in Naval Architecture or Mechanical Engineering.

Other key skills/traits we are looking for are:

• Highly motivated, dynamic with a positive attitude and values of integrity, collaboration and performance.
• Keen desire to develop and grow their technical skills and understanding.
• Some experience of data analysis. Experience of programming (Matlab, Python etc.) would be nice but not necessary.
• Good communication skills, both written and presentational. Including the ability to exchange complex information.
• Good team working, organisation, communication and attention to detail.

How to apply:

Please fill in the application and include both a CV and a covering letter.

Our Benefits (the list is not exhaustive):

• Personal Development fund
• On demand learning, access to courses, modules, and lectures via multiple digital learning platforms
• Coaching and Mentoring
• 25 days annual holiday excluding bank holiday
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee discount portal
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee-led networks

Security:

Many of our roles at QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting. Applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment, subject to approval. Many roles are also subject to restrictions on access to information, which means factors such as nationality, previous nationalities held and the country in which you were born may impact your role.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum. Further guidance regarding clearances can be found: UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please also be aware that under immigration rules, our Early Careers roles do not meet the legal threshold for candidates who are resident in the UK on student visas.

Recruitment Process:

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

QinetiQ is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, come and be part of our team!

To find out more about Life at QinetiQ, please see the link: Life at QinetiQ