Detail Design Engineer

Detail Design Engineer UK Remote or Office-Based Permanent or Contract opportunities available. Belcan's growing Marine division is seeking experienced Detail Design Engineers (Mid-Senior Level) to support the delivery…

Hybrid Engineering
Contract type Contract
Posted 25 August 2026

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Detail Design Engineer

UK Remote or Office-Based

Permanent or Contract opportunities available.

Belcan's growing Marine division is seeking experienced Detail Design Engineers (Mid-Senior Level) to support the delivery of complex naval defence and shipbuilding programmes across the UK.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Detail Design Engineer to work on cutting-edge marine projects, contributing to the design and integration of critical systems for next-generation naval vessels. Whether you're an experienced Detail Design Engineer in Structural, Electrical, or Outfit disciplines, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

Produce detailed 2D and 3D engineering designs for marine structures and systems using FORAN software.
Develop and maintain high-quality engineering models and drawings.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure effective system integration.
Support design reviews and technical problem-solving activities.
Deliver designs in line with project requirements and industry standards.

Engineering Disciplines:

Structural Engineering

Bulkhead and deck design.
Shell modelling and nesting.
FEA, lifting and turning calculations.

Electrical Engineering

Electrical system and component design.
Cable routing and segregation.
Load calculations and schematic analysis.

Outfit Engineering

Compartment arrangements and equipment integration.
Access and escape systems.
Insulation, coatings and deck covering specifications.

Essential Skills & Experience

Previous experience as a Detail Design Engineer within marine, defence, naval, or related industries.
Strong 3D CAD design capability.
Ability to develop detailed engineering solutions using FORAN.
Naval ship design experience preferred.

Tools & Technologies

Siemens FORAN
PTC Windchill

What's on Offer?

Permanent and Contract opportunities available.
Flexible Remote working arrangements.
Fully Remote, hybrid, or office-based options.
Join major defence and naval engineering programmes.
Work within a collaborative and growing engineering team.*

If you're a Detail Design Engineer with FORAN experience looking for your next opportunity, whether in a Remote or office-based capacity, apply today to find out more.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan

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