Senior Naval Architect at SubSea Craft Limited
Salary: £50,000-£55,000 DOE • Full Time • Permanent
Who we are
SubSea Craft is a fast‑growing, privately‑funded, UK‑based maritime technology company specialising in next‑generation, high‑performance watercraft and systems. We operate at the intersection of advanced engineering, cutting‑edge design, and user‑centric innovation, delivering safe, effective, and enabling solutions for both commercial and defence applications.
What we offer
* Annual leave – 25 days plus bank holidays
* Wellbeing day – an additional day each year
* Private healthcare coverage
* Life assurance (4× salary) and critical illness cover
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Christmas shutdown observed
* Professional development – training programmes and LinkedIn Learning access
* Pension scheme – salary sacrifice option
* Flexible working arrangements
* Inclusive culture valuing diversity, innovation, and collaboration
Responsibilities
* Perform hydrodynamic analyses on surface and subsurface vessels, including manoeuvring, resistance, and seakeeping.
* Analyse and interpret test data to validate hydrodynamic predictions.
* Design and optimise hull forms, including automating the optimisation process.
* Collaborate on hull structural design and drawings for regulatory submissions.
* Conduct surface and submerged stability assessments.
* Work with mechanical, electrical, and control systems engineers to integrate vessel systems.
* Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation: design specifications, engineering drawings, technical reports, and review submissions.
Qualifications and experience
* Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, preferably Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering.
* Experience with 3D and 2D CAD modelling (Rhino, Inventor, Solidworks).
* Expertise in Naval Architecture software; knowledge of Paramarine desirable.
* Familiarity with CFD packages and hydrodynamic analysis of AUVs, small submersibles, and surface vessels.
* Strong understanding of hydrodynamics and ship stability, ideally with submersible experience.
* Foundation knowledge of mechanics of materials, especially composites design and analysis.
* Experience with regulatory requirements and industry standards for structural design and marine systems.
o Design for class approval of composite structures against Lloyd’s or DNV‑GL beneficial.
* Good understanding of marine systems integration.
* Construction, design consultancy, or trials of military small boats advantageous.
* Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, for cross‑functional collaboration.
Security: Must meet UK security requirements – BPSS and, for certain roles, UK National Security clearance.
Values
Our people are our greatest asset. We continually strive to provide an excellent working environment, encouraging agility, inclusivity, and commercial‑adept performance.
What we expect from you
* Teamwork, mutual respect, and collaboration
* Initiative and independent working
* Honesty and integrity
* Business and commercial awareness
* Agility, adaptability, and continuous development
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require support or adjustments, please let us know.
Please note: DBS, driving licence, and reference checks will be carried out. All offers of employment are subject to meeting our requirements.
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