Principal Architect

JR United Kingdom; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative global engineering company is seeking a skilled technical leader in naval architecture to join their dynamic team. This role involves leading a group of talented Naval Architects and overseeing critical design projects that contribute to sustainable maritime solutions. With a focus on flexibility, the position offers part-time, job-share, or full-time options, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life. You will engage in exciting challenges, working on diverse vessel types and utilizing cutting-edge software to produce high-quality designs. If you are passionate about shaping a sustainable future in the maritime industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the marine industry with a focus on naval architecture.
• Strong foundation in naval architecture principles with practical application.

Responsibilities

• Competent in hull design, stability calculations, and performance prediction.
• Experience with various vessel types and proficiency in CAD software.

Skills

Naval Architecture

Project Management

2D/3D CAD (AutoCAD)

Maxsurf

Hull Design

Stability Calculations

Seakeeping Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s in Naval Architecture

Master’s in Naval Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Maxsurf

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To £70,000 pa (dependent on experience) + excellent benefits

REED Secure has partnered with a global engineering company to drive transformative designs, technology, and solutions worldwide that contribute towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

• You will be a highly skilled and experienced technical leader with demonstrable experience working in the maritime domain, particularly within ship structural Production Engineering/Detailed Design in the UK and internationally.
• You will hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Naval Architecture with at least 5 years of relevant experience in the marine industry.
• Leading a team of Naval Architects, you should have a strong foundation in Naval Architecture principles, with practical application experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• You will be competent in fundamental Naval Architecture tasks such as hull design, stability calculations, weight calculations, performance prediction, model testing, seakeeping analysis, tank plan development, and arrangement drawings.
• Experience with various vessel types, including Crew Transfer Vessels, Service Operations Vessels, ferries, patrol boats, workboats, etc., covering diverse hull forms like slow & high-speed catamarans, deep-v planning monohulls, semi-SWATHs, SWATHs, SES, Pentamaran, among others, is desirable.
• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD (AutoCAD) and other specialist software like Maxsurf is preferred for producing and reviewing design information.
• You should be commercially aware, ensuring work is completed to appropriate standards and levels of detail, producing clear, well-presented drawings and plans. Initiative and self-drive are essential to meet targets and deadlines.
• Experience in Project Management and supervising project teams is required, including guiding colleagues and ensuring standards compliance.

Flexibility: This role is available on a part-time, job-share, or full-time basis. Our client values the best candidates, recognizing that they may not always be available full-time.

Location: The client’s office is based in Fareham, with flexible and hybrid working arrangements considered. Travel to client sites or meetings may be required.

Are you ready to contribute your skills and passion to a dynamic team tackling impactful challenges? Join our client in shaping a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future.