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Submarine Structures Engineer
Location: Bristol - Hybrid (3 days in-office per week
Contract Type: ASAP to 30/09/2025 (240 days)
Security Clearance: SC required - UK Nationals only
Technical Discipline: Maritime Platforms - Submarine Structures
Competitive Day Rate

Our defence client is seeking a highly skilled Submarine Structures Engineer to support critical operations and ensure the safety, reliability, and capability of the UK's in-service submarine fleet. This role is central to maintaining the structural integrity and performance of submarines, both at sea and during maintenance or operational procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

Safety Assurance:
Ensure all in-service submarines remain safe to operate in all scenarios, including at sea, alongside, and during docking/undocking.
Manage safety risks within the Structural Strength domain, ensuring risks are tolerable and ALARP (as low as reasonably practicable) in line with relevant safety policies.
Design Authority Responsibilities (DAR):
Set requirements for surveys, repairs, ballast adjustments, and design changes related to structural integrity during submarine maintenance periods.
Develop and approve design modifications that enhance safety or operational capability.
Review design changes for impacts on structural strength.
Operational Support:
Assess operational defects (OPDEFs) for their impact on stability, manoeuvring, and control. Provide guidance and issue DAR instructions to mitigate risks.
Offer expert advice on submarine structures for infrastructure projects, platform design, trials, and other enterprise projects.

Your Profile:

Expertise: Demonstrable knowledge and experience in submarine structures, containment, and shielding, with a focus on maritime platforms.
Analytical Skills: Ability to assess risks, review technical designs, and ensure compliance with rigorous safety standards.
Collaborative Mindset: Capability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams, liaising with stakeholders across the Submarine Enterprise