Inland Waterway Hull Structures Specialist

Lloyd's Register Applied Technology Group; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development programmes

Values-based culture

Job summary

Lloyd's Register Applied Technology Group seeks a customer-focused Specialist TSO with experience in ship structures, plan approval, shipbuilding, or classification activities. You will review drawings, support plan approvals, and collaborate with project teams to deliver high-quality technical solutions.

Join LR to contribute to growth in the European Inland Waterway segment, engage with clients and stakeholders, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives for IWW Rules and related

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in ship structures, plan approval, shipbuilding, ship design, or classification activities.
• Solid technical understanding of vessel structural assessment and marine engineering principles.
• Effective English writing and speaking skills.
• Ability to provide clear, responsive, and customer-focused technical support.
• Highly effective at organizing tasks and handling several priorities at once in a changing work setting.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hull structure plan appraisal for Inland Waterway vessels, supporting both new construction and in-service projects.
• Review structural drawings and provide timely technical feedback to clients and project stakeholders.
• Support plan approval activities and respond to urgent technical queries.
• Collaborate with project managers, surveyors, brokers, and internal teams throughout project delivery.
• Contribute to project coordination and administrative activities in line with office procedures.
• Support improvement initiatives related to IWW Rules, software tools, AI-driven efficiency, and knowledge management.
• Participate in the development of future technical capabilities within the Inland Waterway segment.
• Build skills across additional plan approval disciplines through training and mentoring.
• Support a wide range of vessel types, including tankers, passenger vessels, conversions, and alternative fuel projects.

Skills

Naval Architecture

Marine Engineering

Plan appraisal

Customer-focused

English proficiency

Education

BSc or MSc in Naval Architecture / Marine Engineering

Tools

Structural analysis software

Job description

Lloyd's Register Applied Technology Group seeks a customer-focused Specialist TSO with experience in ship structures, plan approval, shipbuilding, or classification activities. You will review drawings, support plan approvals, and collaborate with project teams to deliver high-quality technical solutions.

Join LR to contribute to growth in the European Inland Waterway segment, engage with clients and stakeholders, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives for IWW Rules and related