Graduate Engineer at NAVANTIA UK

Bristol, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Naval Architecture, Structural Design, Arrangements, Outfitting Design, Mission Systems, Propulsion, Electrical Design, Auxiliary Systems Design, Integration, CAD, Analysis Tools, Communication, Teamwork, Problem-Solving, Analytical Skills, Learning

Industry

Shipbuilding

Description

Company Description Navantia UK is a new force in British industry, supporting the UK’s defence, energy and maritime ambitions. We’re doing this by creating state-of-the-art sovereign defence capabilities, investing in the UK to modernise industrial facilities, and bolstering the nation's energy security. Established in 2022, Navantia UK is a subsidiary of Navantia SA, a Spanish state-owned company with over 300 years of naval shipbuilding history. In January 2025, Navantia UK completed the acquisition of Harland & Wolff and its four historic facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil, and Arnish. By combining Harland & Wolff’s proud heritage and facilities with Navantia’s global expertise, Navantia UK is well-positioned to strengthen Britain’s defence, maritime and energy industrial capabilities, supporting jobs and economic growth across the UK. Job Description About Us: Navantia UK is a leading provider of innovative naval solutions, specializing in the design, construction, and lifecycle support of naval ships. As part of the global Navantia Group, we are committed to delivering cutting-edge technologies and world-class services across the maritime sector. Based in Bristol, we are seeking highly motivated Graduate Engineer to join our team and play a key role in ensuring the successful design and integration of next generation ships. In these roles you may be involved with Naval Architecture calculations, structural design, arrangements, outfitting design including complex mission systems, propulsion, electrical and auxiliary systems design and integration. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and complex shipbuilding programmes, developing new novel ship designs which may include autonomous systems. You will be instrumental in delivering solutions that meet operational requirements in an efficient way while ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards. Role Overview: As a Graduate Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic engineering team, contributing to the design, development, and delivery of ship design projects. This role is designed to provide hands-on experience to support your transition from academic study to professional engineering practice and support your progression towards Chartered Engineer. We would highly welcome applications from candidates from Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar degrees. Navantia UK will provide the successful candidate with Mentorship from experienced engineers, opportunities to work on high-impact projects and support for professional registration. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the design and analysis of various ship design platforms including the preparation of technical documentation. Support project planning, documentation, and reporting activities. Participate in site visits, inspections, and commissioning activities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including design, production, and quality assurance. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and innovation projects. Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with engineering standards and regulations. Engage in professional development activities and work towards chartership. Qualifications Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant Engineering discipline. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Desire to work within the shipbuilding and marine industry. Proficiency in engineering software (e.g., CAD, analysis tools). Effective communication and teamwork abilities. Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment. Eligibility to work in the UK and willingness to travel if required. Additional Information What We Offer: A competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working with a minimum of 3 days per week in office depending on project demands. Opportunities for career growth and development within a global organization. The chance to work on complex, cutting-edge naval projects in a collaborative and supportive environment. A dynamic and inclusive workplace where your contributions will be valued and have a direct impact on the success of the business. How to Apply: If you are Graduate Engineer with a passion for innovation, a commitment to engineering excellence and have a genuine interest in ship design, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role. We are an Opening Doors employer, committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace. Our approach, shaped by our values of service, trust, excellence, agility, dedication, and you, we focus on removing barriers and recognising potential. We are committed to fairness at every stage, including providing reasonable adjustments and actively working to eliminate discrimination. We believe talent is everywhere, and by widening access to opportunity and welcoming diverse experiences, we aim to create a workplace where every person feels valued and has an equal chance. 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: Bristol Department: Apprentice / Graduate / Intern Employment Type: Permanent

Responsibilities

The Graduate Engineer will contribute to the design, development, and delivery of ship design projects, assisting in design and analysis, preparing technical documentation, and supporting project planning activities. They will also participate in site visits, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and engage in continuous improvement initiatives.