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.
* Ability to obtain SC Clearance. If you already hold clearance this is a plus.
Desirable:
* 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!