Composite Structural Engineer

Composite Structural Engineer
We have a fantastic opportunity to join an innovative team, designing high-performance crafts for the leisure & luxury marine markets, from concept through to delivery!

Responsibilities

• Design engineering of lightweight composite components

• Calculating scantlings for motor and sailing yachts based on various classification society standards

• Optimisation of existing composite components for weight reduction and renewability

• Collaborating with production by helping with design refinements

• Carry out structural calculations as required for the project across a range of scenarios

• Lead minor engineering projects from concept through to delivery

• Provide sound estimates for engineering work and technical guidance to other team members

• Liaise with sub-contract manufacturers and suppliers regarding design solutions

• Create technical reports

Essential

• BEng degree mechanical engineering/Yacht design

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in the marine industry

• Demonstrate knowledge and experience in composite structural design and production

• Self-motivation and time management skills to meet agreed targets and deadlines

• Proven ability to process technical problems and effectively seek out the correct technical solution using sound engineering judgement

• Commercial awareness

• The ability to produce clear and well-presented drawings and plans to a suitable quality and standard

• MS Office to develop reports, spreadsheet data and presentation information

Desirable

• MSc in composite material/structure

• FEA experience

• An innovative and creative approach

• Use or classification society software such as HullScant-SSC-ComposIT

• 2D CAD (AutoCAD) to produce design information

• 2D/3D CAD and other specialist software (including MathCAD calculation and Strand FEA software) as required to produce and to review design information

• Knowledge and understanding of ship structural design and structural analysis

If you'd like to learn more about this exciting opportunity, please apply and call Sam on 02381 680 501 OR email sam.farrimond@marineresources.co.uk

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