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Principal Design Engineer

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Posted on May 27, 2026 by CV-Library
Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£65k - £75k Annual
Full-Time
Principal Design Engineer

£65–75K + benefits and Relocation & Visa available

Southampton (Hybrid)

Fast‑growing clean‑tech maritime business developing wind‑assisted propulsion systems is seeking a hands‑on Principal Design Engineer to lead structural/mechanical design of major subsystems.

You’ll own 3D/parametric modelling, structural analysis, and class‑compliant design, taking concepts through to production‑ready hardware with real‑world feedback.

ABOUT YOU

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Degree in Mechanical / Structural / Marine / Naval Architecture

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5–10 years designing marine/offshore structures

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Strong 3D CAD & parametric modelling (NX, Inventor, similar)

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Structural analysis: FEA + hand calcs

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Experience with DNV / Lloyd’s Register / NK

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Background in large steel structures / welded assemblies

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Ability to turn load cases → validated designs

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Comfortable in a fast‑paced, hardware‑focused environment

YOUR NEW ROLE

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Lead mechanical/structural design of key subsystems

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Develop wing geometry & structural philosophy

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Define load cases and ensure classification compliance

*

Perform/oversee stress & fatigue analysis

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Engage directly with class societies

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Mentor junior engineers

WHY JOIN?

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Real climate‑impact hardware

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High ownership in a small engineering team

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Full lifecycle exposure: concept → build → test → iteration

Reference Number: PDCW

To be considered for this position or other opportunities, contact Tash Johnson at Equal Resourcing Ltd or click "Apply Now."

Equal Resourcing Ltd is serving as a recruitment agency for this job opening.

Your application implies your consent for us to process your data and communicate with you concerning this application and associated services, in compliance with GDPR regulations.

Equal Resourcing Ltd may use AI-assisted tools to support internal administrative tasks and document drafting. We do not upload personal data or use AI tools to make hiring decisions.

To view a list of job openings, please visit the Equal Resourcing Ltd website.

Please note that not all recruitment positions are listed. For the most current opportunities, we recommend contacting us directly

Reference: 225161962

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Principal Design Engineer

CV-Library

Posted on May 27, 2026 by CV-Library

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Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£65k - £75k Annual
Full-Time
Principal Design Engineer

£65–75K + benefits and Relocation & Visa available

Southampton (Hybrid)

Fast‑growing clean‑tech maritime business developing wind‑assisted propulsion systems is seeking a hands‑on Principal Design Engineer to lead structural/mechanical design of major subsystems.

You’ll own 3D/parametric modelling, structural analysis, and class‑compliant design, taking concepts through to production‑ready hardware with real‑world feedback.

ABOUT YOU

*

Degree in Mechanical / Structural / Marine / Naval Architecture

*

5–10 years designing marine/offshore structures

*

Strong 3D CAD & parametric modelling (NX, Inventor, similar)

*

Structural analysis: FEA + hand calcs

*

Experience with DNV / Lloyd’s Register / NK

*

Background in large steel structures / welded assemblies

*

Ability to turn load cases → validated designs

*

Comfortable in a fast‑paced, hardware‑focused environment

YOUR NEW ROLE

*

Lead mechanical/structural design of key subsystems

*

Develop wing geometry & structural philosophy

*

Define load cases and ensure classification compliance

*

Perform/oversee stress & fatigue analysis

*

Engage directly with class societies

*

Mentor junior engineers

WHY JOIN?

*

Real climate‑impact hardware

*

High ownership in a small engineering team

*

Full lifecycle exposure: concept → build → test → iteration

Reference Number: PDCW

To be considered for this position or other opportunities, contact Tash Johnson at Equal Resourcing Ltd or click "Apply Now."

Equal Resourcing Ltd is serving as a recruitment agency for this job opening.

Your application implies your consent for us to process your data and communicate with you concerning this application and associated services, in compliance with GDPR regulations.

Equal Resourcing Ltd may use AI-assisted tools to support internal administrative tasks and document drafting. We do not upload personal data or use AI tools to make hiring decisions.

To view a list of job openings, please visit the Equal Resourcing Ltd website.

Please note that not all recruitment positions are listed. For the most current opportunities, we recommend contacting us directly
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Reference: 225161962

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