Stability & Ship Structure Naval Architect

MSC Cruises; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MSC Cruises is seeking a Naval Architect Stability & Ship Structure to lead technical oversight across design, construction, commissioning, and delivery of newbuild cruise ships. You will focus on vessel structures, stability, weight control, and regulatory compliance, interfacing with shipyards, classification societies and equipment suppliers.

The role requires coordinating plan approvals, conducting strength assessments, and ensuring SOLAS/IMO and SRtP compliance throughout the project

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering is required.
• Experience as a Naval Architect or Marine Engineer in shipbuilding or maritime industries.
• Proficiency with CAD and engineering design tools; familiarity with FEA is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the review and approval of structural design documentation from shipyards and designers.
• Evaluate hull structural arrangements, global/local strength, fatigue, and FEA reports.
• Monitor compliance with Classification Society requirements and statutory regulations.
• Review modifications, deviations, and design changes during construction.
• Support investigations into structural non-conformities or construction quality issues.
• Participate in technical meetings with yards, societies and consultants.
• Approve loading, stability calculations, trim, weight distribution, and SRtP considerations.

Skills

Naval Architecture

Marine Engineering

Regulatory compliance

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering

Tools

CAD software

FEA tools

Job description

MSC Cruises is seeking a Naval Architect Stability & Ship Structure to lead technical oversight across design, construction, commissioning, and delivery of newbuild cruise ships. You will focus on vessel structures, stability, weight control, and regulatory compliance, interfacing with shipyards, classification societies and equipment suppliers.

The role requires coordinating plan approvals, conducting strength assessments, and ensuring SOLAS/IMO and SRtP compliance throughout the project