Job Description
HVAC Mechanical Design Engineer – Maritime Systems
Location: Majority Remote, ideally Weekly Glasgow visits
Type: Contract (initial 12 months)
Clearance Required: BPSS Clearance is fine
Join a world-class engineering team helping shape the future of complex naval platforms. We’re looking for an experienced and motivated HVAC Mechanical Design Engineer to play a key role in developing advanced Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems for high-performance maritime environments.
You’ll be paid a high hourly rate and work on technically fascinating and mission-critical systems, contributing to design solutions that support the safety, efficiency, and operability of some of the most advanced warships in the world.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Apply your HVAC expertise to solve complex mechanical design challenges across all phases of the shipbuilding lifecycle.
- Contribute to the development and assurance of HVAC architectures, ensuring designs are technically sound and operationally safe.
- Collaborate with subcontractors and internal stakeholders to deliver fit-for-purpose HVAC systems.
- Support continuous improvement by shaping engineering processes, tools, and standards.
- Conduct technical investigations and analyses, recommending innovative and practical solutions.
- Influence overall warship design by understanding HVAC’s impact on survivability, acoustic performance, maintainability, and more.
- Prepare detailed specifications and design appraisals aligned with strict quality and safety requirements.
- Mentor and support less experienced engineers within the team.
- Act as a key technical contact for customers and suppliers in your area of responsibility.
What We’re Looking For:
- Ideally degree-qualified in engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of engineering experience, preferably within defence, marine, or similarly regulated industries.
- Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (or working towards).
- Strong technical knowledge of marine HVAC systems and auxiliary mechanical systems.
- Experience in the design, build, integration, and operation of naval vessels.
- Awareness of lifecycle engineering, design-for-support, and build strategies.
- Familiarity with engineering governance, standards, and risk-based design decision-making.
- A collaborative mindset with strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Why Join Us?
- Work on unique, large-scale naval programmes with long-term impact.
- Be part of a collaborative, highly skilled engineering team pushing the boundaries of maritime technology.
- Access professional development support, mentoring, and opportunities to grow into senior engineering or leadership roles.
- Contribute to projects that support national defence and global security.
Whether you're a seasoned HVAC design specialist or transitioning from another complex engineering domain with relevant experience, I would love to hear from you.
Ready to make an impact where it truly matters? Reply with your CV now now.
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