Maritime Structural Engineer

Company: QinetiQ
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Location: Gosport
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will design and analyse metallic and composite maritime structures from concept to production. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, safe designs while developing expertise and mentoring colleagues. You’ll represent the organisation in technical forums and ensure governance, risk management and quality across projects. This position offers the chance to apply cutting-edge marine technology at Haslar, contributing to defence-focused innovation.

Pay / Benefits

  • Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
  • Generous holiday allowance, with option to purchase additional days
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and more

Responsibilities

  • Design and analyse metallic and composite structures and components
  • Assess joints (bolted and bonded) and structural features (holes, inserts, casting refinement)
  • Plan work packages and ensure delivery to schedule
  • Collaborate with Engineering and Project Management to meet quality, cost, and timescale targets
  • Develop technical capability and mentor others within the engineering community
  • Work with cross-functional teams including Safety Engineering to deliver programmes
  • Represent the organisation in technical presentations and external forums
  • Promote safe working practices, manage governance, identify and mitigate risks, and provide peer review support

Key requirements

  • Experience designing and analysing metallic and composite structures
  • Knowledge of structural features such as holes, inserts, and casting refinement
  • Expertise in static, dynamic, and fatigue analysis of composite structures
  • Proven ability to work in multidisciplinary project teams
  • Proficiency in structural analysis and design tools including Abaqus, CAD software, and Tekla Structural Designer
  • Strong understanding of composites, manufacturing techniques, structural failure analysis, and Eurocodes for structural design
  • Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
  • Eligibility for SC clearance
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • FEA (Abaqus)
  • CAD software
  • Tekla Structural Designer

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Posted: October 22nd, 2026