Naval Architect - Yacht & Shipbuilding Projects The Netherlands

IBD - Romania; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Medior Naval Architect to support high-end yacht and shipbuilding projects in the Netherlands. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience, with a strong background in stability, hydrodynamics, and vessel performance. Responsibilities include performing naval architecture calculations, contributing to weight control processes, and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure compliance with regulations. This role offers an opportunity to work independently within a dynamic engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Approximately 5+ years of relevant experience in naval architecture.
• Strong knowledge in stability, hydrostatics, and hydrodynamics.
• Ability to work independently in structured engineering processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform naval architecture calculations and technical analyses.
• Contribute to weight estimation and monitoring processes.
• Conduct stability calculations and hydrostatic evaluations.

Skills

Naval architecture calculations

Weight control and management

Stability and hydrostatics

Vibrations and structural response

Hydrodynamics and vessel performance

Job description

Position: Naval Architect - Hydrodynamics & Stability & Vibrations – Yacht & Shipbuilding Projects The Netherlands

Location: The Netherlands
Employment Type: Contract preferred (freelance possible depending on profile and project)

Role Overview

We are seeking a technically strong Medior Naval Architect to support high-end yacht and shipbuilding projects within a dynamic and quality-driven engineering environment.

In this role, you will contribute to performance analysis, stability assessments, and overall vessel optimization across different project phases. You will work closely with structural, outfitting, and production teams to ensure vessels meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform naval architecture calculations and technical analyses
• Contribute to weight estimation, weight control, and monitoring processes
• Conduct stability calculations and hydrostatic evaluationsAnalyze vessel behavior related to hydrodynamics and vibrations
• Support design optimization to improve performance and efficiency
• Ensure compliance with classification society rules and maritime regulations
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the project lifecycle

Profile Requirements

• Approximately 5+ years of relevant experience in naval architecture
• Candidates with at least 3 years of continuous and relevant experience will also be considered
• Experience in superyacht projects is highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Weight control and weight management
  • Stability and hydrostatics
  • Vibrations and structural response
  • Hydrodynamics and vessel performance
• Analytical mindset and strong technical accuracy
• Ability to work independently within structured engineering processes
• Valid EU work permit / right to work in the Netherlands is required