Senior Mechanical Engineer – Submarine Systems Lead

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a contract position in Carlisle, UK. The role involves designing hydraulic and mechanical systems for Royal Navy submarines, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have strong experience in safety-critical environments and a background in system lifecycle delivery. Additional support for relocation is available. This position offers the opportunity to lead design activities and collaborate with key stakeholders on high-profile projects.

Benefits

Relocation support packages

Qualifications

• Strong experience in complex, safety-critical environments like maritime and aerospace.
• Familiarity with design standards such as ASME and BS EN.
• Proven capability in system lifecycle delivery from concept to commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead design activities of hydraulic/mechanical systems for the Royal Navy submarines.
• Produce design documentation and safety justifications.
• Drive engineering governance through peer and design reviews.

Skills

Designing hydraulic/mechanical systems

System lifecycle delivery

Technical leadership

Safety-critical environment experience

Collaboration with suppliers

Education

Chartered engineer status or progress towards accreditation

Tools

Hydraulic power units (HPUs)

Variable frequency drives (VFDs)

Control cabinets

Pumps

Electric motors

Job description

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a contract position in Carlisle, UK. The role involves designing hydraulic and mechanical systems for Royal Navy submarines, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have strong experience in safety-critical environments and a background in system lifecycle delivery. Additional support for relocation is available. This position offers the opportunity to lead design activities and collaborate with key stakeholders on high-profile projects.