Position: Structural Engineer – Composites

Job ID: 244/30

Location: Southampton or Wroxham, UK

Rate/Salary: £35K

Type: Permanent

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Key Responsibilities for the Structural Engineer – Composites:

•Interpret the Master Work List to define clear design scope alongside the Client Project Manager and Line Manager.

•Support GRP composite design development across production sites.

•Prepare 3D models and 2D drawings using AutoCAD and Siemens NX for use by Oyster’s production teams.

•Ensure designs comply with ISO 12215, Lloyd’s SSC, and DNV HSLC classification standards.

•Review third-party survey reports, prepare internal surveys, and propose repair strategies.

•Assist in material test sample design, commissioning of tests, and analysis of test results.

•Collaborate with QA, Production, and Metrology departments to optimise manufacturing methods.

•Contribute to continuous improvement (value engineering), and dri...