Naval Architect

Atlas Recruitment Group Ltd; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in naval engineering seeks a Naval Architect to join their team at Portsmouth Naval Base. This role involves structural analysis, ship stability assessments, and hands-on work with Royal Navy ships, offering flexible working options and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Wellbeing Programmes

Green Car Scheme

Shopping Discounts

Share Plans

Annual Incentive Bonus

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Naval Architecture, Marine Technology, or Ship Science.
• Experience with ANSYS Workbench FEA tools is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Performing structural analysis using ANSYS FEA tools.
• Conducting ship stability assessments with Paramarine software.
• Designing ship modifications and capability upgrades.

Skills

Structural Analysis

Ship Stability Assessments

Naval Architecture Expertise

Education

MEng in Naval Architecture

Tools

ANSYS Workbench

Paramarine

AutoCAD

Inventor

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Flexible & hybrid working options available

Are you ready to shape the future of naval engineering and support the Royal Navy’s surface fleet? My client is looking for a talented Naval Architect to join their expert team based at Portsmouth Naval Base. This is your opportunity to contribute to high-impact maritime projects and be part of a skilled engineering team with a strong reputation for innovation and technical excellence.

What you’ll be doing:

• Performing structural analysis using ANSYS Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools and theoretical methods
• Conducting ship stability assessments with Paramarine software
• Supporting inclining experiments on naval vessels and conducting post-analysis evaluations
• Designing ship modifications and capability upgrades
• Carrying out drydock technical assessments and contributing to ship maintenance planning
• Consulting on naval base infrastructure requiring naval architecture expertise
• Involvement across the full ship lifecycle—from concept design to in-service support for naval platforms

What we’re looking for:

• Degree-qualified (MEng) in Naval Architecture, Marine Technology, or Ship Science (essential)
• Experience with ANSYS Workbench FEA tools (desirable)
• Familiarity with Paramarine or similar naval architecture software (desirable)
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as AutoCAD or Inventor (desirable)

This is more than just a desk-based role. you’ll be actively involved with real-world naval platforms, including hands-on work with Royal Navy ships. You’ll enjoy direct exposure to waterfront engineering challenges and opportunities to influence through-life vessel performance.

In return, you’ll receive:

• A competitive salary of up to £45,000 (based on skills and experience)
• Flexible working hours and hybrid options to support your lifestyle
• Access to employee benefits including private healthcare, wellbeing programmes, green car scheme, shopping discounts, and share plans
• Potential eligibility for an annual incentive bonus

Hours: Full-time, with flexible & hybrid arrangements available

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing, Maritime Transportation, and Military and International Affairs

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