Join us in creating the most innovative underwater robotic technology for the harshest environments in the deepest oceans and most turbulent waters.
We lead the world with the most advanced engineering, electronics and software systems for pioneering electric underwater technology.
We don’t just create products – we are revolutionising the underwater world!
So come and be part of an innovative and agile team that is dedicated to smart and inspired technology that is rapidly changing the future of underwater robotics.
The Role:
Working alongside the project manager, you will be the technical lead on complex development programmes for undersea applications. The programs will vary from customer-customisation of existing products through to blue-sky R&D of underwater robotics platforms, tooling and equipment. Using your engineering skills and systems engineering knowledge to bridge mechanical, electrical, electronic and software domains to deliver complex products on-time and on-budget.
This role requires a broad spread of engineering knowledge coupled with excellent communication skills, leadership and an eye for the bigger picture whilst supporting the engineering team on the detail.
The ability to communicate effectively is key: conversing with customers, reporting to the Directors and also conveying concepts and ideas to the engineering teams.
Key accountabilities and responsibilities:
- Translate customer needs into engineering systematic solutions via the use of Requirements Capture, Use-Cases and Systems architecture design.
- To maintain the systems architecture design through complex multi-disciplinary product development teams.
- To provide cradle-to-grave systems support throughout the entire project lifecycle: from definition and design through to testing and delivery.
- To proactively manage change throughout the development lifecycle
- To provide technical representation externally to both customers and sub-contractors.
- Design and development of robust system architectures which encompass electrical, mechanical and software interfaces and interactions.
- Modelling and simulation as needed to define the scope of an R&D product.
General accountabilities and responsibilities:
- To use personal judgement and initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles in day to day activities and procedures within the specified role.
- To maintain personal ability in, and appropriate use of, all relevant IT (Information & Technology) and other systems required to adequately perform the role.
- To act ethically, with integrity and in the best interest of the business at all times.
- To maintain a professional and supportive relationship with team members and other departments in order to deliver business and delivery objectives or deadlines.
- To carry out any other duties as detailed by a your Supervisor or Manager from time to time.
- To keep good time management to minimise any wasted time and maximise productivity and effectiveness.
Quality, health, safety and environment (QHSE)
- Cooperate with the company to achieve a healthy, safe and sustainable working environment.
- Work in ways that ensure your own safety and that of others; “Do the right thing even when no one is looking.”
- Report any incidents, near misses or other health, safety and environmental concerns.
- Deliver all products and services in line with Saab Seaeye quality standards to ensure we meet our customer requirements and highlight any quality concerns or potential improvements.