Overview
Principal Naval Architect role at Expleo Group. We have exciting on-going projects with clients across commercial and naval marine domains and are expanding our Naval Architecture capability.
As a Principal Naval Architect, you will be dynamic and responsive to changes in technology, innovation, and client requirements. You may provide leadership for or contribute to concept surface and sub-surface vessel design, complex engineering design and analysis tasks, development of new tools and processes, delivery of engineering consultancy services, and the development of decarbonisation solutions and other emerging technologies across a wide range of global maritime programmes.
We offer a hybrid working arrangement with primary office location in Bristol, UK, and occasional travel to client sites as required by the project.
Responsibilities
* Lead capability development for Naval Architecture, resource planning and distribution, and identification of skills for complex task-based bids and delivery needs.
* Engineering management, plan and integrate the delivery of complex single- and multi-disciplinary tasks.
* Apply and further develop a breadth of engineering skills in Naval Architecture and related disciplines where applicable.
* Define and conduct engineering analyses, technical studies and R&D projects to deliver high quality solutions to customers and clients.
* Provide technical oversight and governance across maritime engineering projects, ensuring compliance with standards, codes and business practices.
* Provide mentoring, guidance and leadership to enable growth of the Naval Architecture capability.
* Investigate and solve complex technical problems in concept, basic and detailed design stages.
* Develop and maintain written technical and administrative procedures, standards, processes, practices, guidelines.
* Assist with maintenance and improvement of quality standards of engineering, design and production information.
* Interface directly with customers and clients to discuss engineering solutions to complex problems.
Qualifications
* Degree qualified in a relevant STEM discipline (e.g., Naval Architecture, Ship Science, Marine Technology, Marine Engineering), or equivalent experience in naval and commercial ship design, construction, or maintenance.
* Professional member of a relevant engineering institution (RINA, IMarEST, IMechE).
* Recognised as a Chartered Engineer by the UK Engineering Council (or ability to achieve within 6 months).
Essential Skills
* Willingness to grow and develop technical and behavioural competence to operate at the cutting edge of the discipline.
* Ability to work collaboratively with a natural curiosity and continuous improvement mindset.
* Proven track record of delivering reliability, productivity and quality in a technical consultancy environment.
* Strong technical leadership to grow and support others, and identify opportunities for development and progression.
* Adaptability and willingness to learn; ability to learn quickly in a fast-moving environment.
Desirable Skills
* Understanding of the Naval Architect role across all stages of the design lifecycle.
* Knowledge and experience applying classification society rules, regulations and standards in design, construction and in-service phases.
Experience
* Minimum of 10 years post-graduate experience (15 years for non-degree qualified) in either the commercial or naval maritime domain.
* Experience in one or more of the following technical areas:
o Hydrostatics, seakeeping and stability analysis
o Propulsion, resistance and powering requirements
o Hydrodynamic and manoeuvring analysis
o Marine structure design and analysis
* Ship design experience including hull form, superstructure, arrangement and outfitting.
* Experience with Naval Architecture and analysis software packages (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MaxSurf, NAPA, Aveva, Paramarine, Orcaflex, Ansys, Matlab, Excel).
* Experience in whole ship design including performance assessment, design integration, construction, through-life maintenance and disposal.
* Experience leading multi-discipline teams with effective communication skills.
* Experience in a technical consulting environment, leading and/or supporting multiple engineering projects and customers.
What Do I Need Before I Apply
* The role will be based in an environment regulated by Trade Control legislation and may involve working with controlled goods, technology and/or services.
* Naval projects may be subject to initial security considerations (e.g., UK nationality and eligibility for Security Check or Developed Vetting).
Benefits
* Collaborative working environment with peers and clients.
* Opportunity to expand skills and participate in inspiring projects.
* ExpleoAcademy with accredited training courses.
* Competitive company benefits.
* Supportive culture that encourages big-thinking and challenging the status quo.
* Disability Confident Committed Employer: inclusive recruitment, vacancy promotion, interview opportunities for disabled candidates, reasonable adjustments, and support for employees with disabilities.
"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age."
We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Not specified
Industries
* IT Services and IT Consulting
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