Naval Architecture Graduate Programme

TN United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering an exciting Graduate Naval Architect Programme in Plymouth. This two-year rotation will immerse you in complex engineering projects, allowing you to define your career path while being guided by professional mentors. You will work alongside respected naval architects, gaining invaluable experience in designing and analyzing floating vessels. With opportunities for research and professional development, this role promises a supportive environment for your career growth. If you're passionate about naval architecture and eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Minimum 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension and employee share schemes

Flexible benefits like cycle-to-work and discounts

Employee assistance programs supporting wellbeing

Opportunities for STEM outreach and volunteering

Qualifications

• A BEng (Hons) degree accredited by RINA/IMarEST is desirable.
• Eligibility for Security Clearance and BPSS is required.

Responsibilities

• Embark on an accredited two-year rotation through complex engineering projects.
• Analyze and design aspects of floating vessels and structures.

Skills

Naval Architecture

Structural Engineering

Material Sciences

Mathematics

Education

BEng (Hons) degree accredited by RINA/IMarEST

STEM degrees

Job description

Naval Architecture Graduate Programme, Plymouth

Client: Babcock International Group

Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: dc5d798a1b17

Job Views: 6

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Salary: £32,000+
*Minimum £32,000. Salary is dependent on location, role, and qualifications.

Location: Plymouth, England

About the programme

As a Graduate Naval Architect at Babcock, you will embark on an accredited two-year rotation through some of the most complex engineering projects in the world today.

You will define your career path within the programme, choosing placements that align with your ambitions, guided by a professional mentor and supported by the early careers team.

We encourage mobility across sectors to broaden your experience and exposure to our business.

Naval Architecture at Babcock

This area involves diverse activities across various projects and sites, including docking nuclear submarines, assessing aircraft carrier flight decks, analyzing mooring arrangements, designing systems for explosive events, and defining stability requirements for polar surfacing.

You will work alongside and learn from some of the most respected naval architects and structural engineers worldwide.

You will learn to analyze and design aspects of floating vessels and structures, contributing to the wider business.

Previous graduates have worked on naval ships, submarines, small boats, commercial vessels, unmanned surface vessels, and next-generation submarines.

Within Babcock, you’ll have opportunities for research, attending and presenting at industry conferences, and professional development towards Chartered Engineer status, with strong links to professional and academic institutions.

What you'll need

• A BEng (Hons) degree accredited by RINA/IMarEST is desirable.
• A degree in Naval Architecture or other STEM degrees such as Structural Engineering, Material Sciences, or Mathematics.
• Eligibility for Security Clearance and BPSS is required, subject to nationality, citizenship, or residency status.

What you'll get

We offer a supportive environment for career growth, including:

• Minimum 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and flexible working options.
• Generous pension and employee share schemes.
• Flexible benefits like cycle-to-work and discounts.
• Employee assistance programs supporting wellbeing.
• Opportunities for STEM outreach and volunteering, which many graduates find rewarding.