R&D Technical Engineer

JOB PURPOSE

We have an exciting new opportunity for an R&D Technical Engineer to join our growing Engine Technical Department. Reporting to the New Building Technical Director, you will Support the existing projects plan approval, and the new technology improvements for the research and development of MSC Cruise's various maritime technology projects.

In this role, you will be a recognised expert within the marine engineering discipline for development of the new and existing solutions. You will have a good understanding of the growth and progression within the marine engineering discipline and how these should be effectively implemented on board our fleet of MSC Cruise Vessels. You will also be actively focusing on new technologies and how they can be applied to new projects, and retrofits across our fleet.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Collaborates in the design development, system, and evaluation of equipment specifications to ensure that all statutory, company safety and operational standards and requirements are observed throughout
• Liaise with the New Building Technical Director in continually updating the specifications of the vessels under construction or conversion, ensuring that accurate records of all changes are maintained
• Performs market research to determine what types of products might be technically successful, while researching products on the marketing, looking at how they are performing and their viability for our vessels
• Monitors current and changing marine engineering practices across the fleet and act on feedback of the performance of vessels in service
• Monitors the performance of fleet equipment and services provided by manufactures
• Follow up and provide technical input on warranty failure claims in conjunction with the Guarantee Engineer
• Where required, you will assist in managing the department's workflow in terms of reviewing specifications, drawings, diagrams, and the technical submissions

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a Shipyard, or a Shipbuilding environment within Cruise industry
• Experience carrying out Inspections and Plan Approvals are essential
• Degree qualified in a specialist area such as Marine Engineering, or significant experience in the relevant areas such as Cruise Engineering and New Building Experience working in close contact with classification societies and other professional bodies
• Experience in sailing a 2nd Engineer, or higher, onboard Cruise vessels
• Ability to analyse technical information and make informed recommendations
• Experience producing precise technical reports and detailed product plans
• Have a working understands of the underlying (naval) architectural principals
• Strong computer proficiency, Excel (including use of formulas, charts, and tables), Power Point and Word

VISA REQUIREMENTS

The existing right to work in the UK is preferred.