Design Engineer

The Design Engineer is a key role within the Design Engineering function, responsible for the development and delivery of robust, manufacturable engineering solutions for advanced marine platforms.

This role sits at Mid level and is responsible for independently delivering defined design scopes across concept, detailed design, and production phases. The role involves the creation of 3D models, engineering drawings, and associated technical documentation, ensuring compliance with applicable standards, integration requirements, and production constraints.

Working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, the role supports the development of integrated mechanical, structural, and systems solutions, contributing directly to product performance, buildability, and programme delivery. The role requires strong engineering judgement, practical problem-solving ability, and the capacity to balance technical requirements with cost, schedule, and manufacturing considerations.

The Design Engineer is expected to work independently within defined scope, while collaborating closely with senior engineers and discipline leads to ensure alignment with overall design intent and project objectives.

• Create 3D CAD models, assemblies and engineering drawings to company standards
• Deliver design solutions from concept through to detailed design and production
• Develop practical, manufacturable designs aligned with project requirements
• Produce and maintain technical documentation and design outputs
• Ensure compliance with design standards, integration requirements and constraints
• Balance performance, cost, manufacturability and schedule considerations
• Work across mechanical, structural and systems engineering disciplines
• Contribute to integrated design solutions across complex platforms
• Participate in design reviews and engineering change processes
• Support manufacturing teams by resolving design queries and incorporating feedback
• Improve buildability and product performance through iterative design
• Contribute to continuous improvement in design processes and tools
• Manage your own workload to meet deadlines and delivery milestones
• Work independently within defined scope while aligning to wider programme goals

• Proficient in 2D and 3D CAD modelling
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, tolerancing and configuration control
• Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes and design for manufacture
• Comfortable working within multidisciplinary engineering environments
• Degree in Mechanical, Marine, Aerospace or Product Design Engineering (or similar)
• Experience delivering design work from concept through to production support
• Solid understanding of engineering design and manufacturing principles

• Experience using Siemens NX and Teamcenter
• Exposure to marine or similar engineering environments
• Experience with mechanical systems integration (e.g. hydraulics, propulsion)
• Awareness of structural design or naval architecture interfaces
• Experience supporting production or resolving build issues
• Working towards Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status

• Take ownership and deliver high-quality work
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Communicate clearly and professionally
• Approach challenges with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset

• Work on cutting-edge maritime technology
• Be part of a highly capable, collaborative engineering team
• Gain exposure across the full design and production lifecycle
• Make a direct impact on innovative, real-world engineering solutions

• 25 days holiday per year, plus paid bank holiday
• After two years’ consecutive service, one additional day’s annual leave up to a maximum of five additional days annual leave
• Holiday buy/sell, up to five days per calendar year
• Flexi working, core hours 10:00 to 15:00, subject to departmental requirements
• Private Medical Insurance with optional family cover
• Pension scheme with a 5% employer contribution, there is no cap on the employee contribution level
• Life assurance 3x salary
• Group Income Protection 3x salary, subject to eligibility
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing mental health and wellbeing support
• Professional membership reimbursement

Due to the nature of our work many of our roles require a UK nationality and the ability to obtain a security clearance.  Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment must meet the requirement of right to work in the UK and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and will be subject to Government security checks.

Kraken Works Limited is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and offers equal opportunities to all.  Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.