HVAC Mechanical Design Engineer – Maritime Systems Location: Majority Remote, ideally Weekly Glasgow visits Type: Contract (initial 12 months) Clearance Required: BPSS Clearance is fine Join a world-class engineering team helping shape the future of complex naval platforms. We’re looking for an experienced and motivated HVAC Mechanical Design Engineer to play a key role in developing advanced Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems for high-performance maritime environments. You’ll be paid a high hourly rate and work on technically fascinating and mission-critical systems, contributing to design solutions that support the safety, efficiency, and operability of some of the most advanced warships in the world. What You’ll Be Doing: Apply your HVAC expertise to solve complex mechanical design challenges across all phases of the shipbuilding lifecycle. Contribute to the development and assurance of HVAC architectures, ensuring designs are technically sound and operationally safe. Collaborate with subcontractors and internal stakeholders to deliver fit-for-purpose HVAC systems. Support continuous improvement by shaping engineering processes, tools, and standards. Conduct technical investigations and analyses, recommending innovative and practical solutions. Influence overall warship design by understanding HVAC’s impact on survivability, acoustic performance, maintainability, and more. Prepare detailed specifications and design appraisals aligned with strict quality and safety requirements. Mentor and support less experienced engineers within the team. Act as a key technical contact for customers and suppliers in your area of responsibility. What We’re Looking For: Ideally degree-qualified in engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience). 5 years of engineering experience, preferably within defence, marine, or similarly regulated industries. Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (or working towards). Strong technical knowledge of marine HVAC systems and auxiliary mechanical systems. Experience in the design, build, integration, and operation of naval vessels. Awareness of lifecycle engineering, design-for-support, and build strategies. Familiarity with engineering governance, standards, and risk-based design decision-making. A collaborative mindset with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Why Join Us? Work on unique, large-scale naval programmes with long-term impact. Be part of a collaborative, highly skilled engineering team pushing the boundaries of maritime technology. Access professional development support, mentoring, and opportunities to grow into senior engineering or leadership roles. Contribute to projects that support national defence and global security. Whether youre a seasoned HVAC design specialist or transitioning from another complex engineering domain with relevant experience, I would love to hear from you. Ready to make an impact where it truly matters? Reply with your CV now now.