Naval Architect

About the role [Company] designs and supports [naval / commercial / offshore] vessels for UK and international clients. With a busy shipbuilding pipeline, we need a Naval Architect to make sure our vessels are stable, efficient and seaworthy.

What you will do

* Carry out stability, hydrostatic and weight calculations

* Produce hull form, structural and general arrangement designs

* Assess vessel performance, including resistance, powering and seakeeping

* Prepare technical reports and submissions to classification societies

* Support ship inspections, surveys, repairs and design changes

* Work with mechanical, electrical and production teams

What you need

* Degree in Naval Architecture, Ship Science or Marine Engineering

* 3+ years in naval architecture or marine design

* Experience with design software such as Maxsurf, NAPA, AVEVA Marine or Rhino

* Good knowledge of classification society rules (e.g. Lloyd's Register, DNV)

* Eligible for UK security clearance for defence work

Nice to have

* Structural FEA experience

* Naval or submarine programme experience