Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
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Location:
Winfrith, Dorset (Hybrid working available) TKMS ATLAS UK develops, supplies and supports advanced maritime technology for customers worldwide. Working closely with the UK Royal Navy and international partners, we deliver cutting-edge systems that protect lives at sea. We are currently seeking a
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
to play a key role in the development of mechanical systems for complex maritime platforms, including sonar, autonomous systems and underwater technologies. This is an opportunity to take technical ownership, influence design decisions and support the development of junior engineers within a highly collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment. The Role
You will be involved across the full engineering lifecycle, from concept and design through to integration, test and customer acceptance. Working closely with electrical, software and systems teams, you will help deliver robust, compliant and innovative mechanical solutions for safety-critical applications. Key Responsibilities
Lead and contribute to the design and development of mechanical systems for maritime applications
Produce and review CAD models, drawings and technical documentation
Define mechanical architectures, materials and components in line with performance and compliance requirements
Support integration, testing and commissioning activities
Conduct and participate in design reviews, ensuring technical quality and accuracy
Mentor and support junior engineers
Interface with suppliers and customers to resolve technical issues
Contribute to bid activity and future technical strategy where required
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
Strong mechanical design background, including materials, stress and manufacturability considerations
Proficiency in CAD tools, ideally Solid Edge, and familiarity with engineering drawing standards
Experience working in multi-disciplinary engineering environments
Understanding of systems engineering principles
Ability to translate user and system requirements into practical mechanical solutions
Experience designing for underwater or marine environments is desirable but not essential
Security Requirements
Due to the nature of the work,
the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain Security Clearance (SC) . What We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
Flexible working arrangements, including part-time or condensed hours
25 days holiday, increasing with length of service
Generous pension scheme
Career development and training opportunities
Supportive, collaborative and innovative working culture
TKMS ATLAS UK operates from its headquarters on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset, with unique in-house test and integration facilities and waterside access at Portland Harbour. We work across the full engineering lifecycle, from concept through to in-service support, delivering world-class maritime systems to UK and global customers.
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- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Job Type:
- PartTime
- Category:
- Engineering