Your new companyThis organisation is a specialist boatbuilder delivering complex, high-performance vessels within a highly regulated environment.
Combining advanced engineering, precision manufacturing, and end-to-end production capability, they are recognised for producing robust, fit-for-purpose vessels with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and compliance across the full build lifecycle.Your new roleAs the Design & Configuration Lead, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing system design and drafting functions, ensuring outputs are compliant, accurate, and aligned to required standards.
You will manage configuration across the full lifecycle of projects, ensuring robust documentation, traceability, and engineering integrity are upheld.
This position requires a blend of technical leadership, hands-on design capability, and stakeholder coordination across engineering, production, and external design / compliance partners.Key responsibilities will include:Leading the development and delivery of compliant, fit-for-purpose system designsManaging configuration control, including documentation, revisions, and drawing registersSupporting quality management systems (QMS) and engineering proceduresMonitoring build activities to ensure alignment with approved designs and managing deviationsCoordinating internal and external designers, engineers,



and suppliersProviding technical input into safety-by-design and risk mitigation processesEnsuring design deliverables are completed to agreed timelines and project prioritiesSupporting research and development initiatives across materials, design, and manufacturingCoordinating and managing a complex certification process with external vendorsWhat you'll need to succeedYou will be an experienced marine engineering professional with qualifications in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering.
You'll also need a proven background in regulated marine design environments / specialist boatbuilding.
You will bring:A degree in Engineering and/or Naval Architecture (or equivalent experience)Extensive experience (circa 7+ years) in design of systems requiring regulatory certificationProven capability managing design and drafting teamsExperience coordinating multidisciplinary stakeholders and external design agenciesStrong understanding of configuration management across complex projectsProficiency in 2D/3D CAD (AutoCAD preferred) and Microsoft Office/SharePointThe ability to interpret and apply industry standards and classification rules (e.g. AMSA, DNV or similar is highly advantageous)In addition, you will demonstrate:Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skillsHigh attention to detail and organisational capabilityProactive problem-solving and continuous improvement mindsetAbility to work autonomously while leading team effectivenessWhat you'll get in returnThis role offers the prospect to step into a senior leadership position within a technically advanced environment.
You will be part of a collaborative and high-performing engineering team, contributing to projects with real technical complexity and impact.
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📌 Experienced Boatbuilding Engineer (Hobart)
🏢 Rashi Joshi
📍 Hobart