Senior Design Engineer

Whatever you're planning, building, or maintaining, we believe understanding the earth is key.

At Fugro, we unlock its secrets in the form of Geo-data, which we apply to develop safer, more sustainable, and more efficient operations.

From our Falmouth Hub we provide world leading Overwater and Seabed drilling solutions that enable a comprehensive range of survey services for the Marine Renewables sector.

This support continues with the installation and maintenance of seabed foundations and marine construction support provided by the company's Marine Infrastructure Solutions unit, offering seabed shaft drilling services in diameters up to 10m.

Supporting the operational business is one of the largest Engineering teams in the Southwest providing full lifecycle support from the design and construction phase through to equipment maintenance and decommissioning.

The offshore renewables sector is growing fast, and we are looking for proactive and practical minds to join this exciting journey as we help create a safe and liveable world.

The role:

Fugro's engineering team are involved in many exciting and innovative global projects within offshore renewables.

As a Senior Design Engineer, you will cover all aspects of the design, production and operation of seabed drilling and subsea installations tools whilst mentoring and developing junior members of the engineering team.

Specialising in Structural, Mechanical or Controls, as a successful applicant you will possess strong innovation skills and experience of creating solutions and managing the life cycle of equipment.

You will deliver differentiation through technology in our products and services; apply innovation to aid our clients with achieving their projects; work to ensure engineering is produced to our high standards and continuously improving our processes.

This is an exciting and broad role where you will be involved in a wide range of engineering activities from conceptual design to machine commissioning, site trials, project engineering and supplier/customer visits.

Who we're looking for:

This role is ideal for an experienced Engineer from a Renewables, Marine or Heavy Industrial background looking for the next step in their career with a diverse, supportive, and friendly team.

You should have demonstrable experience of the full project lifecycle, including the development of specifications, budgets and programs.

conceptual design, engineering calculations and analysis.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience of Hydraulic system design or who have performed the role of Team lead / Lead engineer for the development of low-volume, high-value machinery.

What we offer:

Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds.

We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself.

By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you'll be able to do what you do best, better.

Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better.

We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro.

So, bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude.

But bring your questions and opinions too.

Because to be the world's leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.

• Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally.


• Competitive salary accompanied by an attractive package including contributory pension scheme & Life Assurance


• Hybrid working with the potential to work 2 days a week from home.


• Site Allowances


• Option to lease an electric car.


• Private Medical Insurance


• Cycle to work Scheme.


• Discounted gym membership

Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion

At Fugro, our people are our superpower.

Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength.

Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not.

Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly.

And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard.

Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro's purpose ‘together we create a safe and liveable world' - and to each other.