Senior Naval Architect

Consortio RG Ltd; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Long-term career growth

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the Netherlands seeks a Senior Naval Architect to join their team. This role involves ship and yacht design from concept to production, requiring strong experience in ship design & engineering, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in key design software. Ideal candidates are proactive and detail-oriented. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, contributing to the engineering of world-class luxury yachts and vessels.

Qualifications

• Degree (HBO/WO) in Shipbuilding or Maritime Technology.
• Strong experience in ship design & engineering, ideally in a design consultancy.
• Excellent leadership & communication skills.
• Experience managing large-scale projects.
• Fluent English; Dutch is a plus.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Structural design and engineering of luxury yachts & commercial vessels.
• Technical drawings, calculations, and modelling for production.
• Lead R&D projects to drive innovation.
• Work closely with stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and budget.

Skills

Ship design and engineering

Leadership

Communication

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Rhinoceros 3D

Proficiency in Bentley/Maxsurf

Proficiency in ShipConstructor

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Shipbuilding or Maritime Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhinoceros 3D

Bentley/Maxsurf

ShipConstructor

Microsoft Office

Job description

Consortio is partnering with a leader in luxury yacht and commercial vessel engineering. specializes in project management, design, and engineering for some of the world's most prestigious vessels—from classic sailing yachts to high-tech explorer yachts and commercial ships for cruise liners, offshore industries, and ports. Due to continued success and expansion, they are looking for a Senior Naval Architect to join their growing team.

The Role

As a Senior Naval Architect, you will play a key role in ship and yacht design from concept to production. Working alongside an international team, you will be responsible for:

• Structural design and engineering of luxury yachts & commercial vessels.
• Technical drawings, calculations, and modelling for production.
• Leading R&D projects to drive innovation.
• Working closely with stakeholders, including subcontractors and co-makers.
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, budget, and to the highest standards.

What’s on Offer?

• A collaborative, dynamic team where your ideas matter.
• A diverse and challenging role that evolves with your career.
• The chance to contribute to world‑class superyachts and cutting‑edge vessels.
• Long‑term career growth with a company committed to development.

To be Eligible for this role you must have a:

• Degree (HBO/WO) in Shipbuilding or Maritime Technology.
• Strong experience in ship design & engineering, ideally in a design consultancy.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Rhinoceros 3D, Bentley/Maxsurf, ShipConstructor & Microsoft Office.
• Excellent leadership & communication skills—ability to engage teams & stakeholders.
• Experience managing large‑scale projects with strict time & budget requirements.
• Fluent English (Dutch is a plus).
• A proactive, detail‑oriented, and solution‑driven mindset.

This role offers a very competitive salary and a very good benefits package! If you are interested please apply.