Naval Architect
2 days ago
Plymouth
Job Title: Naval Architect Location: Plymouth - Hybrid - 2 days per week on-site Role Type: Permanent Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 depending on experience Our client, an established engineering consultancy, require an experienced Naval Architect to join their multi-disciplined team. Please note we can only consider sole UK Nationals (no dual nationalities) What the role of the Naval Architect entails: Some of the main duties of the Naval Architect will include: • Undertake naval architecture analyses, including mooring, stability, towing and structural assessments, for vessels and floating infrastructure., • Support design, modification and development projects that enhance dockyard operational capabilities and infrastructure and help improve safety and reliability., • Conduct on-site surveys and inspection of vessels, docks, basins and associated marine assets., • Apply knowledge of marine classification and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance in dockyard operations., • Prepare and deliver clear technical reports, calculations and supporting documentation., • Collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary teams including structural, mechanical, electrical and project engineers., • Be adaptable, as project requirements evolve, balancing time, cost and quality constraints and ensure relevant parties are notified of changes in the project. What experience you need to be the successful Naval Architect: Essential: • Bachelor's degree (minimum) in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering or a closely related discipline., • Typically 2+ years of relevant experience in a relevant marine or naval engineering environment., • Understanding of ship stability, structural behaviour and marine systems., • Awareness of dockyard operations, vessel servicing and floating infrastructure., • Experience with classification rules and regulatory frameworks (e.g. Lloyd's Register), • Ability to interpret and produce technical drawings, reports and engineering calculations., • Familiarity with CAD software and basic structural or hydrostatic analysis tools., • Good written and verbal communication skills, listens effectively, works collaboratively and clarifies information as needed., • Exposure to new ship design, structural or outfitting development., • Experience with marine surveys or working in dry dock environments., • Proficiency with tools such as Rhino, AutoCAD, Orca3D, GHS or similar., • Awareness of stress and structural integrity assessments., • Experience working alongside or coordinating with operations teams. This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Naval Architect to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out!