Naval Architecture: Early Career with Chartership Support

Houlder Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Houlder Ltd. in the United Kingdom is seeking graduates to join a structured development path in naval architecture, ship design, and analysis. You will work with senior staff to learn essential technical skills and pursue Chartership opportunities.

You will gain exposure across disciplines, moving from concept designs to build support, with site visits and data-driven analysis to improve vessel performance. Training and mentorship will be provided throughout early career development.

Qualifications

• Essential: BEng (Hons), MEng or MSc in Naval Architecture, Ship Science, or equivalent (minimum 2:1).
• A broad understanding of marine engineering and ship design is desirable.
• Strong written communication, numerate and good interpersonal skills.
• MS Office proficiency; basic AutoCAD experience; familiarity with beam element analysis and FEA tools.
• Solid engineering background with demonstrable knowledge of vessel structure.
• Aware of Classification society and Flag state rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and advise on vessel performance (motions, stability, strength).
• Review calculation packages from project teams and third-party consultants.
• Carry out stability calculations for projects.
• Perform structural design calculations and drawings to Class requirements.
• Work with data analysis, model simulations, hydrodynamics, and vessel performance checks.
• Review plans for shipbuilding contracts across ferries, Ro-Ro ships, cargo carriers and tankers.
• Interface with Classification societies and Flag states.
• Conduct design review meetings to ensure technical objectives are met.
• Site visits including deadweight surveys, inclining experiments, and equipment tests.
• Work from concept designs through build support.

Skills

Data analysis & visualization

Interpersonal skills

Numerate

Written communication

Education

BEng (Hons) / MEng / MSc in Naval Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Ansys / FEA software

Job description

Houlder Ltd. in the United Kingdom is seeking graduates to join a structured development path in naval architecture, ship design, and analysis. You will work with senior staff to learn essential technical skills and pursue Chartership opportunities.

You will gain exposure across disciplines, moving from concept designs to build support, with site visits and data-driven analysis to improve vessel performance. Training and mentorship will be provided throughout early career development.