Principal Naval Architect
Fareham/Hybrid/flexi locations
To £70,000k pa (dependent on experience) + excellent benefits
REED Secure have partnered with global engineering company to drive transformative designs, technology and solutions around the world that will contribute towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
* You will be highly skilled and experienced technical leader and be able to demonstrable experience of working in the maritime domain, within the area of ship structural Production Engineering/Detailed Design within the UK and beyond.
* You will have a Bachelor’s of Master's level degree in Naval Architecture with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience in the marine industry.
* Leading a team of Naval Architects, you will have a strong background in Naval Architecture principles, with the experience to apply these principles in a practical
Job Responsibilities:
* You will be competent in fundamental Naval Architecture tasks such as hull design, stability calculation, weight calculation, performance prediction, model testing, seakeeping analysis, tank plan development and arrangement drawings.
* Experience of one or more types of vessels which is desirable which includes Crew Transfer Vessels, Service Operations Vessels, ferries, patrol boats, workboats etc. covering diverse hull form types ranging from slow & high-speed catamarans, deep-v planning monohulls, extreme semi-SWATHs, SWATHSs, SES, Pentamaran and many more.
* Ideally you will possess advanced level skills in 2D/3D CAD (AutoCAD), and other specialist software skills such as with Maxsurf would be an advantage to produce and review design information.
* You’ll be commercially aware, ensuring that works are being carried out and completed to an appropriate standard and level of detail. You will produce clear and well-presented drawings and plans to a suitable quality and standard. A high degree of initiative and self-drive is essential for this rewarding role, ensuring that agreed targets and deliverable deadlines can be met.
* You will have experience in Project Management and in the supervision and management of project teams. Experience in guiding and supporting colleagues, including checking that work is in accordance with the appropriate standards.
Flexibility: This role is available part-time, job-share or full time. This is because our client wants the best people for this role, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full-time.
Location: In terms of location, our client’s office is based in Fareham and they are happy to explore flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Please note that travel to customer sites or to attend meetings will be required.
Are you ready to contribute your skills and passion to a dynamic team addressing impactful challenges, join our client in shaping a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future.
If so, please apply with your CV