Junior Naval Architect _ SC _ UK

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based engineering consultancy is seeking a Jr-Mid Level Naval Architect in Bristol. You will contribute to various projects in defence and nuclear maritime sectors. The ideal candidate should have a degree in engineering, proficiency in CAD tools, and experience in concept development. This role offers hybrid work opportunities and involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• A degree in an engineering discipline.
• Proficiency with CAD tools or naval architecture modelling software.
• Experience with concept development & feasibility studies.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting concept and feasibility studies.
• Developing parametric CAD models & technical specifications.
• Performing structural, stability, and performance analysis.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Engaging with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Proficiency with CAD tools or naval architecture modelling software

Experience with concept development & feasibility studies

Strong analytical skills

SC clearance or eligibility for clearance

Education

Degree in an engineering discipline

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Naval Architect
Salary: DOE
Location: Bristol / Hybrid
Contract Type: Permanent

iO are proudly partnered with a growing consulting firm specialising in military, nuclear, and maritime excellence.

Currently looking to onboard a Jr-Mid Level Naval Architect to meet growing demands due to project pipeline.

The successful engineers will be an integral part of the business growth and success over the coming years. Using their skills and expertise on a variety of projects including:

• Defence programmes such as the Future Air Dominance Systems (FADS), Future submarine docking facilities, and Multi-Role Support Ship parametric design studies.
• Nuclear maritime feasibility studies and concept development.
• Commercial vessel replacement programmes including concept of operations and technical specifications.
• Submersible and surface asset design.

You will be working on the leading edge of technology, contributing to innovative naval architecture solutions.

What will you be doing?

• Leading and supporting concept and feasibility studies.
• Developing parametric CAD models & technical specifications.
• Performing structural, stability, and performance analysis.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, shipbuilding, and offshore operations.
• Engaging with clients and stakeholders.

What do you need to bring to the table?

• A degree in an engineering discipline.
• Proficiency with CAD tools or naval architecture modelling software.
• Experience with concept development & feasibility studies.
• SC clearance or eligibility for clearance (Sole British).
• Experience within the defence sector is highly valued.
• Familiarity with nuclear maritime applications is desirable.

This UK-based consultancy has 40 years of experience in safety management, operational support, and management within the nuclear industry, including civil power and maritime domains.

They provide advisory and support services to valued customers, seeking to deliver innovative solutions to complex problems within the industry.

This bespoke consultancy has ambitious growth plans, offering opportunities to work across a range of deliverables that will utilise and grow your skillset.