Mechanical Design Engineer - Uncrewed Surface Vessel; USV

Shape the Future of Autonomous Maritime Technology

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing engineering team developing next-generation Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs).

Working within a multidisciplinary environment, you will play a key role in the design, development, testing and production of innovative autonomous maritime platforms. This position offers the opportunity to take designs from concept through to deployment, working on cutting-edge technology at the forefront of the unmanned systems sector.

• Design and develop mechanical systems and subsystems for autonomous surface vessels.
• Produce detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies and engineering drawings using Solid Works.
• Select appropriate materials, components and manufacturing methods, applying DFMA principles.
• Conduct structural analysis, FEA and simulation activities to validate and optimise designs.
• Support prototyping, build activities, testing and performance evaluation.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing teams to ensure practical and cost-effective design solutions.
• Work with suppliers and external partners to source components and materials.
• Identify and resolve technical issues throughout the product lifecycle.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation by researching emerging technologies, materials and engineering techniques.

You will be a motivated and hands-on engineer with a passion for solving complex engineering challenges and delivering high-quality products.

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in mechanical design of complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Strong proficiency using Solid Works or similar 3D CAD software.
• Experience conducting structural analysis, FEA and design validation activities.
• Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes and Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience working on marine, autonomous, robotic, aerospace, defence, or vehicle-based systems.
• Exposure to prototype development, testing and production environments.
• Interest in uncrewed systems, robotics or autonomous technologies.

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge autonomous maritime technology.
• Involvement throughout the full product lifecycle, from concept design through to deployment.
• Collaborative engineering environment with high levels of ownership and responsibility.
• Career development opportunities within a rapidly growing technology organisation.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.