Senior Naval Structures Engineer - Hybrid, Devonport

Babcock International; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking a Senior Marine Structures Engineer to be part of complex shipbuilding programmes in Plymouth. Your role will involve determining loads, calculating strength for naval vessels, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate has experience in the marine industry and strong understanding of naval architecture principles. This full-time position offers hybrid working arrangements, combining office and remote work.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Digital GP and health check access

Employee share scheme

Employee shopping savings portal

Payment of Professional Fees

10-days special paid leave for reservists

Holiday Trading benefit

'Be Kind Day' for volunteering

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the marine industry, with classification society plan appraisal experience advantageous.
• Strong understanding of naval architecture principles and structural design.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Determine global and local loads using classification society rules and regulations.
• Calculate scantlings and hull girder strength for naval vessels.
• Design and substantiate equipment seatings and foundations to meet military and commercial requirements.
• Prepare and check specifications, technical reports, and substantiation calculations.
• Liaise with design teams, production teams, classification societies, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Marine industry experience

Naval architecture principles

Structural design

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering

Membership of a relevant institution (e.g., RINA, IMarEst)

Job description

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking a Senior Marine Structures Engineer to be part of complex shipbuilding programmes in Plymouth. Your role will involve determining loads, calculating strength for naval vessels, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate has experience in the marine industry and strong understanding of naval architecture principles. This full-time position offers hybrid working arrangements, combining office and remote work.