Lead Prototyping & Commissioning Engineer

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Employee Application End Date:29-05-2026

We are using and creating technology to transform operations at sea to enable people and the planet to thrive.

We are open-minded and fearless in our approach to innovation and don't believe in boundaries. We challenge everything and have massive ambitions to drag aging industries into the tech era.

We take safety, equality and education very seriously, and our responsibilities don't stop at our front door. Our business is built on the belief that there's definitely a more environmentally responsible way to operate  employ people who share our core values. We expect our people to be courageous, trustworthy, and conscientious, driven by a desire to do the right thing. We strive for excellence, work collaboratively, and are genuinely excited by our work.

We offer opportunities for our people to develop beyond their role and span a multitude of disciplines. These are open to all, regardless of background and experience level. Working with us means being part of a team that is harnessing technology and creativity to disrupt a traditional industry.

We are not your average workplace.

Lead the prototyping, testing and commissioning of hardware systems across Ocean Infinity’s product portfolio. The role is responsible for ensuring that hardware and integrated systems meet original design requirements and are ready for deployment and operational use.

This role connects engineering design with real-world performance, validating that products function as intended in both controlled and operational environments. It also ensures that users are trained effectively and that systems can be deployed safely and reliably.

The Lead Prototype and Commissioning Engineer is accountable for test strategy, commissioning standards and team delivery, supporting the transition from design into working, deployable systems.

What will you do:

Lead the Prototype, Commissioning and Testing team, setting direction, priorities and performance standards

Own the prototyping and commissioning lifecycle from early concept builds through to system validation and deployment readiness

Work with Product Design and Systems Integration teams to ensure hardware and systems meet original requirements

Define and manage testing approaches across physical and simulated environments

Develop and maintain testing and training capability, including facilities, processes and tools

Ensure systems are commissioned, validated and ready for operational use in marine and remote environments

Support the development of deployable systems and ensure they perform reliably under real-world conditions

Establish and maintain standards for testing, commissioning and validation

Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements across all testing activities

Identify and manage risks related to system performance, safety and reliability

Work closely with Software, Systems Engineering and Product teams to identify and resolve issues early

Oversee training of end users to ensure safe and effective operation of systems

Maintain clear and accurate records of testing outcomes, validation results and quality metrics

Provide regular updates to senior stakeholders on system readiness, risks and performance

Drive continuous improvement across testing, commissioning and training processes

What good looks like:

Hardware systems meet design requirements and perform reliably in real operational conditions

Testing and commissioning processes are consistent, structured and repeatable

Systems are deployable with minimal rework following validation

Users are trained and confident in operating systems safely and effectively

Risks are identified early and managed before deployment

The team delivers at pace while maintaining high standards of quality and safety

Qualifications and experience:

Degree or equivalent experience in engineering or a related field

Strong experience in prototyping, testing and commissioning of hardware systems

Hands-on experience with electrical, hydraulic or mechanical systems

Good understanding of system integration and validation

Experience working in complex or high integrity environments such as marine, robotics, defence or…