Naval Architect

Vanguard Tech; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard Tech is urgently seeking an experienced Naval Architect to support marine salvage and offshore operations in a fast-paced environment. The role focuses on stability, structural assessments, salvage engineering, and marine operations.

The successful candidate will collaborate with Salvage Masters, Project Managers, and technical teams to plan and execute complex salvage projects and ensure compliance with maritime standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in naval architecture or marine engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant naval/marine experience.
• Experience in marine salvage or offshore projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vessel stability, buoyancy, trim, and structural strength assessments.
• Prepare engineering calculations and technical plans for salvage, refloating, towing, and wreck removal operations.
• Perform damage stability, hydrostatic, and weight distribution calculations.
• Assess grounded or damaged vessels and recommend practical engineering solutions.
• Support dewatering, ballasting, lightering, cargo removal, and lifting operations.
• Prepare technical drawings, engineering reports, and operational documentation.
• Provide technical support to Salvage Masters and project teams during ongoing operations.
• Coordinate with marine surveyors, contractors, and offshore personnel.
• Ensure engineering plans comply with relevant maritime and safety standards.

Skills

Naval Architecture

Marine Engineering

Stability Analysis

Salvage Engineering

Project Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Maxsurf

GHS

Job description

Availability: Immediate Joiners Preferred

About the Role

Vanguard Tech is urgently looking for an experienced Naval Architect to support our ongoing marine salvage and offshore operations.

We are seeking a technically strong and hands-on professional with experience in vessel stability, structural assessments, salvage engineering, and marine operations.

The successful candidate will work closely with Salvage Masters, Project Managers, and technical teams to support the planning and execution of complex salvage projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct vessel stability, buoyancy, trim, and structural strength assessments.
• Prepare engineering calculations and technical plans for salvage, refloating, towing, and wreck removal operations.
• Perform damage stability, hydrostatic, and weight distribution calculations.
• Assess grounded or damaged vessels and recommend practical engineering solutions.
• Support dewatering, ballasting, lightering, cargo removal, and lifting operations.
• Prepare technical drawings, engineering reports, and operational documentation.
• Provide technical support to Salvage Masters and project teams during ongoing operations.
• Coordinate with marine surveyors, contractors, and offshore personnel.
• Ensure engineering plans comply with relevant maritime and safety standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in naval architecture or marine engineering.
• Previous experience in marine salvage, wreck removal, or offshore projects is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of vessel stability, structural analysis, and marine engineering principles.
• Proficiency in GHS, AutoCAD, Maxsurf, or similar naval architecture software.
• Experience preparing technical calculations, drawings, and engineering reports.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced project environment.
• Willingness to travel or deploy to international project locations.
• Must be available to join immediately or on short notice.