Senior Naval Architect – Hybrid (2 Onsite/3 Remote)

Babcock International; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Naval Architect in Devonport, Plymouth. This full-time, prestigious position involves developing naval designs and supporting a shipbuilding program. Candidates should have proven naval architecture experience, software proficiency, and relevant qualifications. The role offers competitive compensation and significant professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to Digital GP and health consultations

Employee share scheme

Payment of Professional Fees

Be Kind Day for volunteering

Excellent development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven naval architecture design experience from a highly regulated industry.
• Ideally degree-qualified in an engineering discipline.
• Must achieve and maintain SC security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce substantiation reports for marine solutions.
• Liaise with design teams and stakeholders for coordination.
• Develop innovative design solutions with robust engineering substantiation.
• Provide solutions to manufacturing and installation issues.
• Support design reviews and ensure compliance with recognised standards.

Skills

Proven naval architecture design experience

Proficiency with analytical software

Experience contributing to design reviews

Education

Degree in an engineering discipline (HND/HNC considered)

Membership of relevant institution (e.g., RINA, IET)

Tools

Paramarine

NAPA

FORAN

Maxsurf

FEA

CFD

CAD

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Naval Architect in Devonport, Plymouth. This full-time, prestigious position involves developing naval designs and supporting a shipbuilding program. Candidates should have proven naval architecture experience, software proficiency, and relevant qualifications. The role offers competitive compensation and significant professional development opportunities.