Yacht Systems Engineer – Mechanical Installations

Sunseeker International Ltd; Poole; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme (6% employer)

Private medical insurance

Dental insurance

Annual leave increases with service

Health Assured EAP

Mental Health First Aiders

Job summary

Sunseeker International Ltd in Poole is looking for experienced engineers to join our production team and help build world‑class luxury yachts. You will prepare engine rooms, install engines and mechanical systems, and conduct tests on hydraulic, fuel and cooling circuits.

You will work closely with other production colleagues to keep build schedules, follow IPC processes, and maintain high safety and quality standards in confined spaces. A toolkit is expected and a proactive approach is valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years engineering installation experience (marine preferred).
• Experience with mechanical, hydraulic, fuel, cooling or engine control systems.
• Ability to read, understand and follow engineering processes and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Awareness of health and safety requirements in a production environment.
• Ability to work in confined engine room spaces and perform manual handling safely.

Responsibilities

• Preparing engine rooms for engine and equipment installation.
• Installing engines and associated mechanical equipment within yachts.
• Fitting and testing fuel systems.
• Installing and testing hydraulic systems.
• Fitting domestic water systems, including water makers.
• Installing mechanical engine control systems and basic engine electrical control systems.
• Installing and testing raw water cooling systems.
• Aligning engine shafts and gearboxes to required specifications.
• Ensuring all work is completed in line with IPC, quality, and health and safety standards.
• Working collaboratively with team members to maintain build schedules and production targets.
• Contributing ideas and suggestions to improve working practices and processes.

Skills

Mechanical installation experience

Teamwork

Accountability

Attention to detail

Health & safety awareness

Manual handling

Education

City & Guilds Engineering qualification Part 2

Tools

Basic toolkit (spanners & sockets)

Job description

Sunseeker International Ltd in Poole is looking for experienced engineers to join our production team and help build world‑class luxury yachts. You will prepare engine rooms, install engines and mechanical systems, and conduct tests on hydraulic, fuel and cooling circuits.

You will work closely with other production colleagues to keep build schedules, follow IPC processes, and maintain high safety and quality standards in confined spaces. A toolkit is expected and a proactive approach is valued.