Sea Trials Engineer

Are you a seasoned maritime professional with a passion for naval operations and sea trials?

At Expleo UK, we are seeking a Sea Trials Engineer to support our client’s cutting-edge defence shipbuilding programmes. This is your chance to be part of a high-impact team delivering excellence in naval engineering and operations.

Join Expleo UK and help shape the future of defence shipbuilding. Apply today and bring your maritime expertise to a team that values precision, innovation, and impact.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee the planning and execution of sea trials for defence vessels;

Collaborate with engineering, operations, and logistics teams to ensure readiness of equipment and personnel;

Monitor sea trial activities, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols and quality standards;

Analyse trial outcomes and prepare detailed reports with recommendations for improvements;

Maintain clear and consistent communication with internal stakeholders and client representatives;

Support engineering assessments and provide technical input during trials;

Ensure compliance with MOD and naval standards throughout the trial process.

Qualifications

Engineering Officer of the Watch (EOOW) certification

HNC/HND or equivalent in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Naval Architecture

Additional naval or defence-related qualifications are advantageous

Essential skills

Marine background essential with EOOW ticket

Significant experience in defence shipbuilding, naval operations, or maritime engineering

Strong coordination and administrative skills with excellent communication abilities

Proven ability to manage complex operational activities under pressure

Mechanically biased with strong understanding of ship systems

Desired skills

Familiarity with Warship platforms and MOD standards

Knowledge of sea trial instrumentation and data analysis tools

Experience

Petty Officer grade or above with relevant experience

Experience working with naval clients or in a defence consultancy environment

What do I need before I apply

• British nationality or citizenship (due to security clearance requirements)

Benefits

Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges

We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects

Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses

Competitive company benefits

Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:

Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible

Communicating and promoting vacancies

Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job

Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required

Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”.

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive

Fixed Term Contract