MacTaggart Scott's Engineering department is growing and we are currently looking to recruit a design engineer to specialize in composite materials. MacTaggart Scott specializes in designing and manufacturing mission-critical equipment to support the naval and subsea industries.
This role would suit a qualified Mechanical Engineer with a minimum of 3 years of design experience in industrial, marine, or subsea applications. You would be responsible for the following: The role will involve designing and drafting equipment for a variety of marine-based handling applications including the following tasks: Creation of engineering documentation such as design reports, interface control diagrams, etc. Design verification through hand calculations and finite element analysis (FEA). The post will offer a variety of challenges including the provision of innovative design solutions for demanding applications, providing technical input to bids and enquiries, and solving problems experienced during equipment build and test in the workshop. Support to production, including assessment of repairs to composite components. Support for in-service issues may also form part of the role. Occasional travel within the UK and overseas will be required. Requirements Experience of solid modeling using CAD tools. Knowledge of composite materials; cloths, resin systems, laminate lay-ups, etc. Knowledge of composite manufacturing methods. Experience of stress analysis using hand calculations and finite element analysis of both metallic and composite components. Track record of creating and checking high-quality production drawings. A flair for problem-solving and innovation, a flexible approach to work activities. Intermediate or better Microsoft Office skills. Benefits Your future at MacTaggart Scott - What we offer: As part of our Healthy Work-Life Balance, employees can choose between a 4- or 5-day working week, allowing you to fit work around your priorities and personal life, not the other way round. Flexible working hours between 07:00 and 19:00, and core hours of 09:30 - 15:30. Our leave policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, paid parental leave, military reservist leave, plus more. We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, with a dedicated Learning and Development team. A generous referral programme. Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program as well as our Employee Assistance Programme and an onsite nurse. Onsite Canteen and Car Park. Seniority level
Associate Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing Closing date: 27/01/25
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This role would suit a qualified Mechanical Engineer with a minimum of 3 years of design experience in industrial, marine, or subsea applications. You would be responsible for the following: The role will involve designing and drafting equipment for a variety of marine-based handling applications including the following tasks: Creation of engineering documentation such as design reports, interface control diagrams, etc. Design verification through hand calculations and finite element analysis (FEA). The post will offer a variety of challenges including the provision of innovative design solutions for demanding applications, providing technical input to bids and enquiries, and solving problems experienced during equipment build and test in the workshop. Support to production, including assessment of repairs to composite components. Support for in-service issues may also form part of the role. Occasional travel within the UK and overseas will be required. Requirements Experience of solid modeling using CAD tools. Knowledge of composite materials; cloths, resin systems, laminate lay-ups, etc. Knowledge of composite manufacturing methods. Experience of stress analysis using hand calculations and finite element analysis of both metallic and composite components. Track record of creating and checking high-quality production drawings. A flair for problem-solving and innovation, a flexible approach to work activities. Intermediate or better Microsoft Office skills. Benefits Your future at MacTaggart Scott - What we offer: As part of our Healthy Work-Life Balance, employees can choose between a 4- or 5-day working week, allowing you to fit work around your priorities and personal life, not the other way round. Flexible working hours between 07:00 and 19:00, and core hours of 09:30 - 15:30. Our leave policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, paid parental leave, military reservist leave, plus more. We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, with a dedicated Learning and Development team. A generous referral programme. Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program as well as our Employee Assistance Programme and an onsite nurse. Onsite Canteen and Car Park. Seniority level
Associate Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing Closing date: 27/01/25
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