Mechanical Design Engineer

TKMS ATLAS UK develops, supplies, and supports cutting-edge maritime technology for customers worldwide. Based in Winfrith, Dorset, we work closely with the UK Royal Navy and international partners to deliver products that protect lives at sea.

We’re seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development of mechanical systems for our advanced maritime platforms. You’ll contribute to the design and development of robust, innovative solutions across sonar, autonomous systems, and underwater technologies, working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team.

You’ll collaborate with electrical, software, and systems engineers to develop complex systems from concept through to customer acceptance, ensuring performance, safety, and compliance throughout the engineering lifecycle.

Whether you’re an established Mechanical Design Engineer looking to broaden your experience, or someone ready to develop within a highly technical and collaborative environment, we welcome your application.

Key responsibilities may include

• Support the design and development of mechanical systems for complex maritime applications
• Produce CAD models, technical drawings, and supporting design documentation
• Assist with material and component selection and ensure compliance with relevant standards
• Support integration, testing, and commissioning activities
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to technical documentation accuracy
• Collaborate with suppliers and customers to help resolve technical challenges
• Support engineering investigations, trials, and ongoing product improvement activities
• Contribute to project delivery within agreed cost and time requirements

Knowledge and Skills

• Ideally HNC/HND, degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience. (A degree is not essential)
• Good understanding of mechanical engineering and design principles, including materials, stress, and manufacturability
• Experience using CAD tools, ideally Solid Edge, and familiarity with engineering drawing standards
• Understanding of design for cost, reliability, and manufacturability
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and translate them into practical engineering solutions
• Knowledge of system engineering principles and multidisciplinary environments would be beneficial
• Experience designing for marine or underwater environments would be advantageous but is not essential

With a reputation for providing innovative underwater systems for the Royal Navy (RN) and export customers, TKMS ATLAS UK operates from our Headquarters on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset. Through science, engineering and R&D we convert data into information, knowledge and capabilities that challenge the status quo, and offer winning advantage at the frontline.

Our people are at the heart of our success. An open and stimulating workspace empowers and encourages our people to be creative and act with integrity. Despite our continued growth, TKMS ATLAS UK pride ourselves on retaining a friendly and welcoming culture.

As well as boasting a substantial benefits package, we offer progression and personal development opportunities, competitive remuneration, flexible working and a generous pension scheme.

The continuous investment in our unique in-house test and integration facilities has supported TKMS ATLAS UK growth in supplying UK and global markets with submarine and ship systems. This includes sonar, autonomous systems, marine electric actuation and mine counter-measures. Our Portland Harbour waterside facilities provide an excellent environment to test systems at sea. As a leading innovative maritime systems company, TKMS ATLAS UK operate throughout all phases of the acquisition and engineering lifecycles, from concept to In-service Support.

• Competitive salary
• Career Development and Training
• 25 days holiday (increasing to 28 days after 5 years employment and 30 days after 10 years)
• Dental Cover and Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working patterns

At TKMS ATLAS UK, we support our staff to create work-life balance and encourage applications from individuals who are looking for part time or condensed hours as well as full time opportunities.

The successful candidate must be able to achieve full SC (Security Clearance)