SubSea Craft Limited
Lead Mechanical Engineer (USV)
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Head of Mechanical Engineering (USV Programs)
Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
About SubSea Craft
SubSea Craft is a fast-growing, privately-funded, UK-based maritime technology company specialising in next-generation, high-performance watercraft and systems. We operate at the intersection of advanced engineering, cutting-edge design, and user-centric innovation, delivering safe, effective, and enabling solutions for both commercial and defence applications.
What We Offer
- Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing learning and career growth, supported by training programmes and access to LinkedIn Learning.
- Flexible Working: Opportunities for flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.
- Pension Contribution: Pension scheme with the option to contribute via salary sacrifice.
- Annual Bonus Scheme: Eligibility to participate in the company's annual discretionary bonus scheme, linked to individual and company performance.
- Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover: Comprehensive protection including Life Assurance (4x salary) and Critical Illness Cover.
- Annual Leave: 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. Christmas shutdown typically observed.
- Wellbeing Day: Additional Wellbeing Day each year to focus on personal health and wellbeing.
- Family Leave: Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Private Healthcare: Access to comprehensive private healthcare coverage.
- Inclusive Culture: A professional environment that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration.
- Offsite Parking: Available for employees.
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Responsibilities
The role will include:
- Mechanical engineering project oversight for our USV programs (MARS)
- Management of the specific mechanical engineering project team
- Creation and development of work breakdown schedules to manage the engineering team towards project-specific goals and deadlines
- Reporting progress and identifying strengths and weaknesses in delivery
- Supporting the Head of Mechanical to provide insight into the business strategic vision
- Mentoring and supporting the development of Junior Mechanical Engineers
- Serving as a key reviewer, with both peer-to-peer and gate reviews
- Ensuring compliance with all aspects of company legislative policies, HSE, and HR
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Requirements:
- 10+ years of industry experience in maritime or high-performance engineering
- 3+ years of experience leading a team
- Proficiency in creating and reviewing components, sub-assemblies, and General Arrangements in 3D CAD
- Ability to create and review 2D drawings in conjunction with BS8888
- Proven experience in a fast-paced, challenging engineering sector
- Experience delivering complex projects
- Experience in leading a cohesive and effective team
- Ability to empower engineers and identify growth opportunities
- Detailed understanding of material properties and manufacturing processes
- Experience with conflicting systems and application of critical thinking
- Experience with autonomous craft/systems and small boats/surface craft
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What We Expect From You
We are looking for individuals who demonstrate:
- Teamwork: Mutual respect, inclusion, and collaboration
- Initiative: Independent and proactive work
- Honesty: Integrity in all dealings
- Commercial Awareness: Mindset aligned with business goals
- Agility & Adaptability: Commitment to continuous development
Commitment to Diversity
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Notes on Application
- All offers of employment are conditional and subject to satisfactory DBS, driving licence, and reference checks.
- A criminal record will not automatically disqualify candidates from employment; we consider it alongside other information gathered during the application, interview, and pre-employment stages.
- Due to high application volumes, we may retain your details for future opportunities unless you advise otherwise.
- For details on how we process your personal data, refer to our Privacy Notice.
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