Naval Architect

As a Naval Architect, you will lead the design and development of innovative, fully electric vessels, ensuring optimal performance, safety and regulatory compliance. The role involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across the entire vessel lifecycle from concept and construction through to maintenance and retrofitting.

Responsibilities

1. Design & Development

• Lead or support the end-to-end design of fully electric vessels, from hull form optimisation to detailed structural and outfitting plans

• Create and adapt designs for vessel types including river cruisers, launch boats, ferries, tugs and workboats

• Develop 2D/3D models and detailed production drawings using Rhino, SolidWorks, AutoCAD and Maxsurf

• Integrate major equipment systems, including electric propulsion (battery systems, motors, control units), propulsion shaftline and steering gear, into vessel architecture in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

• Develop and maintain a vessel weight budget control framework for each unique design

• Modify and customise existing hull designs to meet performance, safety and aesthetic requirements

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2. Technical Calculations & Compliance

• Perform hydrostatic, hydrodynamic, structural and stability analyses tailored to electric propulsion constraints

• Analyse resistance, propulsion and manoeuvrability to optimise vessel efficiency and operational cost

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and classification standards (e.g. IMO, SOLAS, MPA, BV, DNV)

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3. Project & Lifecycle Support

• Work closely with shipbuilders, engineers, and stakeholders to bring designs to life, including visiting shipyards, overseeing builds and participating in sea trials

• Provide technical support for the repair, maintenance and retrofitting of vessels

• Conduct risk assessments for structural integrity and operational safety throughout a vessel’s lifespan

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a closely related discipline

• 2–6 years of experience in vessel design, preferably with exposure to electric propulsion or sustainable maritime technologies

• Experience within shipyards, design consultancies, or marine engineering firms is highly advantageous

• Strong knowledge of naval architecture fundamentals, including hydrostatics, hydrodynamics, stability, structural design and materials science

• Proficiency in CAD software such as Rhino, AutoCAD, SolidWorks and Maxsurf

• Familiarity with simulation and analysis tools including CFD software (e.g. StarCCM+) and finite element analysis (e.g. ANSYS) is preferred

• Demonstrated understanding of classification society requirements (e.g. BV, DNV) and international maritime regulations (e.g. IMO, SOLAS)

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