Naval Architect

Owen Daniels; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marine engineering firm based in Portsmouth is looking for a Naval Architect to perform hydrodynamics analyses and assess vessel performance. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, design documentation, and hull optimisation. Candidates should hold a relevant Bachelor's degree and possess experience in CAD software. This position offers a range of benefits, including private healthcare, flexible working, and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Wellbeing Day

Private Healthcare

Life Assurance

Family Leave

Christmas Leave

Professional Development

Pension Contribution

Flexible Working

Inclusive Culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, preferably in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering.
• Experience in 3D and 2D CAD modelling software.
• Good understanding of hydrodynamics and ship stability.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrodynamics analyses and assessments on the behaviour of vessels.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for systems integration.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for designs.

Skills

Hydrodynamics analyses

3D and 2D CAD modelling

Good communication skills

Understanding of marine systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Rhino

Inventor

Solidworks

Job description

Our client is a rapidly growing business designing some of the most innovative and interesting applications for the marine industry. If you are a meticulous individual with a passion for working on cutting edge projects, this could be ideal for you.

Naval Architect

Marine Defence applications

Portsmouth

Permanent

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrodynamics analyses and assessments on the behaviour and performance of both surface and subsurface vessels. This will include parameters on manoeuvring, resistance, and seakeeping.
• Analyse and interpret test data to develop and validate hydrodynamic predictions.
• Hull form design and optimisation. This will include working towards automating the process of optimising various hull forms for hydrodynamic performance.
• Collaboration in hull structural design and drawings for regulatory body submission, including liaising with structural specialists and creating detailed drawings for manufacture.
• Surface and submerged stability assessments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, and control systems engineers to ensure integration and compatibility of the various vessel's systems.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including design specifications, engineering drawings, technical reports and supporting design review submissions. Ensure accurate and up-to-date records throughout the design and development process for defined areas of responsibility.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, preferably in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering.
• Experience in 3D and 2D CAD modelling software, such as Rhino, Inventor or Solidworks.
• Expertise in Naval Architecture software. Knowledge on Paramarine is desirable but not essential.
• Familiarity with CFD packages and hydrodynamic analyses of AUVs, small submersibles and surface vessels desirable.
• Good understanding of hydrodynamics and ship stability, ideally with experience in submersibles.
• Foundation knowledge on mechanics of materials, with preference on composites design and analysis.
• An understanding of relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards for structural design and marine systems. Any experience designing for class approval of composite structures against Lloyd's or DNV-GL is beneficial.
• Good understanding of marine systems and the ability to integrate such systems within a vessel design.
• Experience in construction, design consultancy and/or trials of military small boats advantageous but experience in this will be achievable within the role.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively collaborate with cross‑functional teams to present design proposals.

Benefits

• Annual Leave – Entitlement to 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Wellbeing Day – An additional Wellbeing Day each year to focus on personal health and wellbeing.
• Private Healthcare – Access to comprehensive private healthcare coverage to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover – Comprehensive protection including Life Assurance (4x salary) and Critical Illness Cover for added financial security.
• Family Leave – Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Christmas Leave – A Christmas shutdown is typically observed.
• Professional Development – Commitment to ongoing learning and career growth, supported by training programmes and access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Pension Contribution – pension scheme with the option to contribute via salary sacrifice.
• Flexible Working – Opportunities for flexible working arrangements to promote work‑balance.
• Inclusive Culture – A professional environment that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration.

Candidates must be able to obtain BPSS clearance and should have the right to work in the UK.