Position Requirements

You are an organised and technically capable engineer who is comfortable working across several projects and priorities. You take pride in producing high-quality work, communicate clearly and enjoy collaborating with people from different technical and operational backgrounds.

You are someone who brings:

• Experience in engineering design within the maritime sector.
• Strong knowledge of technical documentation, calculations and design tools.
• Experience working with classification societies and technical approval processes.
• An understanding of international standards and regulatory requirements, including IMO and ISO requirements.
• The ability to analyse complex engineering issues and develop practical, compliant solutions.
• Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• A collaborative approach and the confidence to work effectively with many stakeholders.
• A proactive delivery mindset, with the confidence to drive conversations forward, challenge constructively and follow through on actions.

Experience and Qualifications

Essential experience / qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, naval architecture, structural engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.
• Relevant experience in engineering design within the marine, offshore, energy or a comparable engineering environment.
• Experience managing engineering drawings, calculations and technical documentation.
• An understanding of applicable international standards and technical compliance requirements.
• Experience contributing to multi-disciplinary or cross-functional engineering teams.

Desirable experience / qualifications:

• Experience within shipbuilding, cruise ship design or another complex maritime environment.
• Experience working with classification societies such as DNV, Lloyd's Register or ABS.
• Experience contributing to design standardisation, lessons learned or continuous improvement initiatives.

Why Join Us?

Positioned within our internal structure from CCS15 (entry level) to CCS1 (Senior Vice President), this role is classified as a CCS07, offered as a full-time, permanent position. The role is based in Carnival House, Southampton, and involves working from the office three days a week, including Wednesdays and Thursdays.

We offer a dynamic and inclusive workplace where your work makes a real impact.

Recruitment Journey

For more information on your recruitment journey, please visit our Candidate Journey Map. [https://www.carnivalukcareers.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/CUK-Candidate-Journey.pdf] 

Application Note:

Given the opportunities we provide, we encourage prompt applications. Due to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we might close applications earlier than advertised.  

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It’s through the successful delivery of these extraordinary travel experiences for our target markets and our distinctive culture, that we hope to become Travel’s Employer of Choice.

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