Senior Engineer

JOB ADVERT Job Title: Mechanical Engineer – Innovation Join us at the cutting edge of subsea technology. At SMD, we are embarking on an ambitious growth journey, expanding our world-leading undersea robotics portfolio and the advanced services that support it. SMD Innovation—our dedicated R&D division—is at the forefront of this mission, driving the technologies that will define the next generation of marine robotics. Tomorrow’s subsea robots must interact seamlessly with complex subsea infrastructure and thrive in one of the planet’s harshest environments. Achieving this demands bold thinking, novel structures, propulsion and actuation concepts, and engineering excellence. As a Mechanical Engineer within SMD Innovation, you will help shape the future of autonomous subsea systems, contributing directly to breakthrough robot and tooling designs that operate efficiently, reliably, and independently for extended durations. The Role As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design and development of subsea vehicles and subsystems— working independently, leading small teams, or collaborating with specialist development partners. Key Responsibilities: • Delivering robust, thoroughly analysed engineering designs within project timelines • Managing technical risks and communicating progress clearly through reviews and planning updates • Checking and approving engineering work from peers • Researching emerging technologies, materials, and techniques • Generating innovative concepts and engineering solutions • Working with universities, research partners, and industry experts • Building prototype robotic systems and complex sub-assemblies • Testing new technologies and evaluating performance • Leading design reviews and producing high-quality technical documentation • Supporting new product deployment, including field activities when required Essential Skills • Competence in engineering tools such as Autodesk Inventor, Mathcad, etc. • Solid understanding of engineering principles and numerical methods. • Effective written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. Qualifications/experience: • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, Navy Architecture Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline. • +10 years relevant experience in industry