Senior Naval Architect

Job Purpose:

The Senior Naval Architect will lead and execute complex engineering projects related to the design, modification, conversion, and structural assessment of ships and offshore structures. The role involves overseeing technical deliverables, providing expert guidance to the design team, ensuring regulatory compliance, and interfacing with clients, shipyards, and classification societies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of design concepts, structural analysis, stability assessments, and hydrodynamic calculations for marine vessels and offshore units.
• Prepare technical specifications, design reports, structural drawings, and calculations in line with classification society and statutory requirements.
• Review, approve, and provide technical oversight for design deliverables produced by junior engineers and external contractors.
• Conduct feasibility studies, concept development, and detailed design for new build projects, retrofits, and conversions (e.g., BWTS retrofits, decarbonisation upgrades).
• Liaise with clients, classification societies, shipyards, and regulatory bodies to ensure project compliance and successful approvals.
• Attend client meetings, technical discussions, and site inspections as required.
• Mentor and support junior naval architects and draftsmen, ensuring high technical standards and knowledge sharing.
• Stay updated with relevant regulations, industry trends, and advancements in ship design and offshore engineering.
• Support project management teams with technical inputs, schedules, and resource planning.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of relevant experience in ship design, structural analysis, or offshore engineering.
• Proven track record in leading design projects across various vessel types (e.g., tankers, bulk carriers, offshore units, special-purpose vessels).
• Strong understanding of IMO regulations, Classification Society rules (ABS, DNV, LR, etc.), SOLAS, MARPOL, and other statutory requirements.
• Proficient in naval architecture software such as AutoCAD, Rhino, Maxsurf, GHS, NAPA, or equivalent.
• Experience with 3D scanning, retrofit engineering, and conversion projects is a distinct advantage.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to present technical concepts to clients and stakeholders.