Maritime Structural Engineer

An opportunity for a mechanical & structural engineer with strong composites experience to join a delivery team supporting verification & validation activities across composite structural and non-structural components. You’ll work end-to-end from coupon testing through to larger assemblies, supporting development of bonded/bolted joints and composite-to-metal interfaces, while contributing to peer review and governance in a multi-disciplinary setting.

• Contract:6 months (initial)
• IR35:Inside IR35
• Location:South Coast (on-site)
• Clearance:
  SC
  (must hold)

• Deliver
  verification & validation
  for composite components (coupon through to sub-assembly/assembly level).
• Support development and assessment of
  bonded and bolted composite joints
  .
• Work with design/manufacturing stakeholders on
  composite-to-metal interfaces
  .
• Produce and review technical documentation, test evidence, and engineering reports.
• Conduct
  peer reviews
  of engineering work packages and ensure consistent governance.
• Work closely with project delivery to meet agreed
  quality, schedule, and budget
  expectations.
• Promote safe working practices and support ALARP-minded risk reduction across delivery.
• Proven experience withV&V / test evidence
  for composite structures.
• Hands-on knowledge of
  pre-preg and/or resin infusion composite manufacturing routes.
• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in
  Mechanical or Structural Engineering
  .
• Experience delivering on complex programmes with strong attention to detail and independent working capability.
• Able to communicate clearly in writing and verbally, including explaining complex technical content to non-specialists.
• Experience operating within structured processes/standards (regulated environments preferred).
• Chartered Engineer (or working towards).
• Experience in maritime defence, aerospace, or similarly regulated sectors.
• Prior involvement in multidisciplinary peer review / technical governance.
• Familiarity with relevant structural/composites analysis or test planning approaches.

Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be
UK nationals
and
hold SC clearance
.