Design Engineer - 3 month FTC at NAVANTIA UK

Windygates, , United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Concept Design, Feasibility Studies, CAD Software, Engineering Fundamentals, Product Development, Design Calculations, Collaboration, Innovation, Value Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Documentation, Manufacturing Processes, Risk Assessment, Technical Requirements, Customer Needs, 3D Modeling

Industry

Shipbuilding

Description

Company Description Navantia UK is a UK incorporated company, subsidiary of Spanish Navantia, created to work with UK industrial partners in shipbuilding, defence and in offshore wind energy. With a history that goes back more than 300 hundred years, Navantia is a world reference in the design, building, integration and life cycle support of state-of-the-art war ships for the Spanish Navy and international customers and has extensive experience in ToT programmes. Job Description The Design Engineer – Concept Design is responsible for developing innovative engineering concepts from initial requirements through early-stage design. This role focuses on feasibility studies, conceptual layouts, design calculations, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to translate ideas into viable engineering solutions before detailed design and production. Develop and evaluate conceptual designs based on customer needs, technical requirements, and business objectives Create concept sketches, layouts, and preliminary 3D models using CAD and engineering tools Perform feasibility studies, trade-off analyses, and high-level design calculations Define design intent, assumptions, risks, and constraints during early project phases Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, procurement, and project teams to ensure concepts are practical and cost-effective Support design reviews, presenting concepts, alternatives, and recommendations to stakeholders Ensure concepts align with engineering standards, safety regulations, and sustainability goals Contribute to innovation initiatives, value engineering, and continuous improvement Prepare and maintain concept design documentation, including specifications and reports Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Design Engineering, or a related field Experience in concept design, product development, or early-stage engineering Strong proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo, NX, AutoCAD) Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals, materials, and manufacturing processes Experience performing concept-level calculations and simulations Ability to translate abstract ideas into structured engineering solutions Additional Information Equal Opportunity: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. To ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, we commit to a fair and unbiased recruitment process at every stage. This includes ensuring hiring managers are aware of legislation, providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities, and actively seeking to eliminate any form of discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a recruitment environment where every candidate feels valued and has an equal chance to succeed. If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at [email protected] and one of the team will be in contact to help you. 3 month FTC Competitive salary Company pension Life Assurance L&D opportunities If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at [email protected] and one of the team will be in contact to help you. Location: Methil Department: Engineering Employment Type: Fixed Term

Responsibilities

The Design Engineer is responsible for developing innovative engineering concepts from initial requirements through early-stage design. This includes conducting feasibility studies, creating concept sketches, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure practical and cost-effective solutions.