Theory Engineer, Ship Stability

Helsinki Shipyard; Helsinki; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Helsinki Shipyard is seeking a Theory Engineer, Stability to join our Naval Architecture team in Helsinki. You will perform stability calculations for intact and damaged scenarios and contribute to loading and general arrangement decisions.

The role requires a degree in naval architecture or maritime engineering, strong analytical skills, and hands-on stability experience. English communication is essential, and we offer hybrid work with weekly office days.

Qualifications

• Degree in naval architecture or maritime engineering is required.
• Solid understanding of vessel stability principles and analyses.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good English communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform intact and damage stability calculations.
• Produce stability-related drawings and technical documentation.
• Define tank arrangement design and tank volume definitions.
• Develop general arrangement aspects related to stability.
• Carry out loading calculations and prepare stability manuals.

Skills

Naval architecture

Stability analysis

Analytical skills

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in naval architecture or maritime engineering

Job description

We are Helsinki Shipyard, a world leader in building ships for the world’s toughest waters. With more than 160 years of shipbuilding expertise in the heart of Helsinki, we design and build icebreakers, coast guard and naval vessels, cruise ships, yachts, and other specialized vessels for government and commercial customers around the world. We have built more than 50% of the world’s operational icebreakers, making us a global leader in Arctic shipbuilding.

We are part of Inocea, an international marine industrial group with five shipyards across three countries: two in Finland, one in Canada, and two in the United States. Helsinki Shipyard plays a significant role in this entity as a centre of excellence for ship design and Arctic technology.

Today, we are a team of more than 600 people, and we are growing rapidly.

Read more about our current projects here!

We are currently seeking a Theory Engineer, Stability to join our Naval Architecture team of 20 professionals. This team is responsible for the conceptual design of specialized vessels ranging from icebreakers to passenger ships. The team develops initial vessel concepts during the sales phase and collaborates with design teams to finalize the vessel’s design during the construction phase. The typical length of the initial concept development phase is from a few months to a year.

The Theory Engineer, Stability is responsible for vessel stability calculations and related design work. In this role, you will ensure that the vessel meets stability requirements and contribute to defining how the vessel can be safely loaded and operated. You will work closely with Project Engineers and other theory specialists responsible for areas such as weight calculations, CFD, and hull form design.

You also get to work with:

• Intact and damage stability calculations
• Stability-related drawings and technical documentation
• Tank arrangement design and tank volume definition
• Development of the general arrangement in areas related to stability
• Loading calculations
• Preparation of stability manuals and operational guidance for the vessel

To succeed in this role:

• You hold a degree in naval architecture, maritime engineering, or another relevant field.
• You have a good understanding of naval architecture and vessel stability principles.
• You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• You enjoy collaborating with different engineering disciplines and have good communication skills in English.
• Previous hands-on experience with ship stability calculations is essential for this position.

Helsinki Shipyard is now in a phase of transformation and growth. With a strong order book and fascinating, diverse projects, we’re shaping the future of specialized shipbuilding. Now’s the time to join us and find your place in this growth journey.

We have offices in Helsinki, Turku, and Pori. We support hybrid work arrangements while also working together at the office on a weekly basis.

Continue our historical story with us!

If you have any questions, please contact Timo Yrjövuori, Head of Naval Architecture, [e-mail], or by phone [phone] during business hours.

As part of the selection process, candidates chosen for the role will undergo a routine medical check, which includes a drug test. For certain roles, a security clearance may also be required.