Structural Engineer Composites

Oyster Yachts Limited; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned yacht manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Structural Engineer to join their production team. The role involves supporting yacht production through structural design, producing 3D models, and collaborating with quality managers. Ideally, you have 2-5 years of experience in marine composite design, familiar with materials like polyester and epoxy, and possess strong skills in AutoCAD and Siemens NX. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, pension contributions, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Employer Pension contribution

Cycle to Work scheme

Sick pay scheme

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of marine composite design experience required.
• Familiarity with polyester, vinylester, and epoxy composite construction.
• Interest in sailing and yachting design is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the structural engineering team in yacht production.
• Produce 3D assembly models and drawings for new structural components.
• Design tooling components focusing on build accuracy.
• Collaborate with quality teams on technical reports.
• Attend production and project meetings for updates.

Skills

AutoCAD

Siemens NX

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree qualified in marine composite design

Job description

Job Description

Purpose of Role

• The new employee will be a key member of the structural engineering team.
• Provide production support on all yachts in build.
• Production of 3D assembly models and production drawings for new product development.
• Create work instructions to assist production.
• Design of tooling components.
• Review of independent and internal yacht surveys.
• Focus on continual improvements to processes and materials.
• Help with first principle and classification society structural calculations.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Liaise with the shop floor and provide support on all yachts in build. This would include drawing clarification and potential in‑build modifications.
• Production of 3D assembly models and production drawings for new structural components and designs. We use Siemens NX parametric modelling software. Full training is provided.
• Design and production of tooling components with emphasis on build repeatability and accuracy.
• Review of independent yacht surveys and aid in production of technical reports collaborating with the Oyster quality team.
• Full structural component design from concept, through calculation and provision of concise drawings to the shop floor. Training provided.
• Assist with the design of material test samples, commission testing and prepare test result reports as required.
• Use of first principle in‑house structural spreadsheets, classification society calculation spreadsheets and beam element programs. Training Provided.
• Good time management and adhere to required deadlines.
• Attend production and project meetings as required to stay abreast of contract variations and production feedback.

Requirements

Knowledge

• Familiar with polyester, vinylester and epoxy composite construction materials and techniques.
• Knowledge of infusion is advantageous.
• An interest in sailing and a passion for yachting design.
• An understanding of yacht systems.
• Good product and supplier knowledge and experience of supplier management is an advantage.

Skills

• Computer literacy/aptitude using software such as:
• AutoCAD
• Siemens NX
• Microsoft Office, in particular Outlook, Excel and Word

Experience

• Either from a consultancy or boatyard background but must be strongly orientated towards yacht production.
• Training will be provided with examples of the standard of drawings expected to be delivered to our in‑build teams.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified with 2-5 years’ marine composite design experience.

Personal Characteristics

• Good timekeeping.
• Honesty and integrity.
• High attention to detail.
• Professional and respectful approach, internally and externally.
• Positive, helpful and consistent.
• Willing to travel for business, if required.

Other Requirements

• Ability to travel to other UK sites.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave p/year.
• Employer Pension contribution.
• 0800 - 1630 - 5 days.
• Death in service.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• TELUS Assistance Programme.
• Sick pay scheme.