Senior Naval Architect — Decarbonisation & Vessel Design

Freelio; København; Hybrid; DKK 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk is seeking a Senior Naval Architect based at our Copenhagen headquarters to support our global fleet lifecycle from concept to recycling. You will work within Fleet Technology, collaborating with project managers and engineers across disciplines on world‑class vessel design and decarbonisation initiatives.

Key focus areas include leading engineering reviews, ensuring compliance, and delivering innovative, efficient, and sustainable vessel solutions in a global, cross‑functional team.

Qualifications

• A degree in Naval Architecture and minimum 5 years of relevant experience in ship design, maritime research, or a closely related field.
• Exposure to vessel design, including statutory compliance, structural design, or stability.
• A solid technical foundation, with experience contributing to engineering projects from concept through execution.
• Experience with ship new-building or major conversion projects either from ship owner, designer or classification society angle, including activities such as developments of technical specifications or plan approval.
• A collaborative, proactive mindset and interest in working within a global, cross-functional organisation.
• The ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Continuously improve the design and performance of Maersk’s container vessel fleet.
• Lead and deliver engineering projects on time, within scope, and to high technical standards.
• Act as technical authority and subject matter expert for your area of expertise.
• Lead technical evaluations and design reviews with shipyards, consultants, classification societies, and equipment makers.
• Provide sound technical input and engineering recommendations to support decision‑making.
• Contribute to both long‑term strategic initiatives and fast‑paced technical projects.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, site offices, shipyards, and external partners.
• Promote a proactive culture with flat team structures and shared ownership.

Skills

Naval Architecture

Ship design

English communication

Education

Degree in Naval Architecture

Job description

Maersk is seeking a Senior Naval Architect based at our Copenhagen headquarters to support our global fleet lifecycle from concept to recycling. You will work within Fleet Technology, collaborating with project managers and engineers across disciplines on world‑class vessel design and decarbonisation initiatives.

Key focus areas include leading engineering reviews, ensuring compliance, and delivering innovative, efficient, and sustainable vessel solutions in a global, cross‑functional team.