Graduate Naval Engineer

Orion Engineering Services Limited; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services provider is seeking a Graduate Naval Engineer for a 12-month fixed-term position in Hampshire. The role involves participating in the design and analysis of floating structures, requiring a degree in Naval Engineering and familiarity with relevant software and analysis standards. Ideal candidates will demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and a strong eagerness to learn. A collaborative environment with support for diversity and inclusion is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of Seakeeping analysis and Computational Fluid Dynamics.
• Familiarity with international standards such as IMO, SOLAS, and MARPOL.
• Strong aptitude, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Participate in concept selection and design of floating structures.
• Perform Engineering Design activities of floating structures.
• Conduct hydrodynamic, stability, and mooring analyses.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Education

Degree in Naval Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

CFD software

Job description

We have a great opportunity for a recent Graduate. Our client is looking to bring on a Graduate Naval Engineer to their Naval and Marine department. The position will be based in Hampshire. They would like someone with a strong related degree in this field, and ideally some industry experience.

This is a 12-month fixed‑term role which will offer the opportunity to gain real‑life on‑the‑job experience. It will suit candidates who demonstrate strong aptitude, enthusiasm and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to)

• Participate within the project team to the concept selection and design of floating structures.
• Perform Engineering Design activities of floating structures (both new‑built and converted).
• Perform floaters’ hydrodynamic, stability and mooring analyses.
• Perform hull structural design, longitudinal strength check and fatigue analyses.
• Perform Installation Analysis for fixed platforms.
• Follow up and review, with the support of Naval Project Discipline Leader, of detail installation engineering performed by contractors.
• Attend technical and coordination meetings.
• Prepare metocean specification.
• Prepare Scope of Works and Functional Technical Specifications.
• Candidate will use different software to perform the analyses and will provide assistance for relevant technical reports preparation, collecting and commenting the results.
• Teamwork and collaboration with other colleagues in Naval and Floating department.
• Liaise with other disciplines (offshore structures, pipelines, process, mechanical, CAD, etc.) during all project phases.
• Be aware of floating structures and installation design international standards requirements and correct application of Company HSEQ policies.

Knowledge and Experience

• Excellent command of Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with Seakeeping analysis and CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) analysis.
• Awareness of class requirements and IMO, SOLAS and MARPOL rules.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical abilities and problem‑solving skills.
• Fast learner, autonomous, precise and proactive.

Qualifications

• Degree in Naval Engineering

For further information about this position please apply.

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion. As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.