Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Kongsberg Gruppen; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime solutions provider in Gateshead is seeking a Senior or Principal Mechanical Design Engineer. This role involves leading multidisciplinary teams, developing innovative engineering solutions, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering, experience in regulated industries, and proficiency in CAD systems. Opportunities for professional development and a hybrid working arrangement are offered.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Hybrid working arrangement

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer or working towards Chartership required.
• Experience in a highly regulated industry preferred.
• Proven track record in project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery of projects with a multidisciplinary team.
• Develop Mechanical Engineering solutions from concept to support.
• Investigate safety and technical problems using structured techniques.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

BEng in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Creo

MS Office

Job description

Address

Gateshead
England
search.country.UNITED KINGDOM

Our marine business is offering an excellent opportunity for a Senior or Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (depending on experience) to join the RAS/FAS Value Stream team at our offices in Gateshead, UK.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will become part of the Marine industry’s leading edge. You’ll have the opportunity to use your skills and experience to the full, in an environment where excellence is always paramount.

This role will work as part of a multidisciplinary team producing designs for equipment associated with specialist Naval deck machinery, including Replenishment At Sea (RAS) equipment, winches, reelers, and cranes. The position will entail whole life technical involvement from interpretation of customer requirements during tendering, through to concept development, detailed design, manufacturing support, testing, and installation onboard naval vessels. You will also be responsible for identifying and undertaking R&D and improvement activities to keep our product at the cutting edge of Naval technology.

Key responsibilities and job tasks

• Lead the technical delivery of projects overseeing a multi-disciplinary team.
• Develop Mechanical Engineering solutions that fulfill client requirements, progressing from requirements capture, through concept design to product development, commissioning, and in-service support.
• Identify and develop R&D and Continuous Improvement opportunities.
• Investigate Safety and Technical problems using structured problem-solving techniques.
• Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide technical reference/guidance to equipment suppliers, internal departments, and customers. Approve/witness factory tests and inspections at supplier’s works.
• Manage supplier interfaces and provide technical assistance/approval to suppliers.
• Check the technical work of others and provide technical guidance to colleagues in other departments, suppliers, and customers.
• Create technical design appraisal documents for submission to marine classification societies.
• Manage Requirements, Risks, Assumptions, Interfaces, and Issues during all design phases.

Qualification and experience requirements

• BEng in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical capability based on practical knowledge and experience.
• Chartered Engineer or working towards Chartership with IMECHE or other relevant institute.
• Engineering experience relevant to this role.
• Experience of working in a highly regulated industry.
• Applicants with previous experience in the marine or offshore oil and gas industry are preferred.
• Proven track record in leading the technical delivery of projects to quality, cost, and schedule.
• Experience spanning concept, product development, and in-service (ILS) support.
• Experience creating equipment assembly arrangements and Engineering Bills of Materials using ERP/MRP systems.
• Assessment of designs to ensure code compliance, using hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to assess and optimize products.
• Production of technical specifications, test procedures, and manuals for marine mechanical systems and components.
• Experience with 2D and 3D CAD systems such as AutoCAD and Creo.
• Proficient in MS Office suite.
• Knowledge of BS EN 8888 and BS EN 22553 standards for drawing production.
• Ability to work in a controlled documentation environment, self-motivated, and a positive team contributor.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with external bodies such as marine classification societies and UK MoD departments.

Note: Some contracts are for the UK Ministry of Defence, and the successful candidate will need to attain UK BPSS or SC Clearance with no caveats.

What we can offer

• An exciting position with a world-leading maritime solutions provider.
• An inspiring and safe work environment.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Hybrid working arrangement.

Work location
Gateshead, Newcastle

Point of contact
Craig Clarke, Mechanical Engineering Team Lead

Kongsberg Maritime is a technology pioneer, enabling a more sustainable future for our oceans. Our zero-emission technologies advance maritime industry standards and solve tough problems. Headquartered in Kongsberg, Norway, with facilities in 35 countries.

Our Propulsion and Handling division delivers products for propulsion, handling systems, motion control, and waterjets across all marine sectors, including merchant, offshore, and naval. Our products enhance operational efficiency and ensure safety, security, reliability, and sustainability.

KONGSBERG is a leading global technology group with a proud two-century history of innovation, applying solutions to meet customer, partner, and societal needs. We value diversity and strive to foster an inclusive culture that promotes different perspectives and ideas, aiming to leverage this diversity for positive business outcomes.