Senior Executive, Naval Architect

Kuok (Singapore) Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A marine engineering company in Singapore is looking for a skilled Structure/Basic Design Engineer to conduct assessments and prepare engineering reports. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Marine Engineering or a degree in Naval Architecture and over 5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in AutoCAD and structure analysis software is essential. This role offers an opportunity to collaborate closely with various stakeholders and contribute to innovative marine projects.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as a Structure/Basic Design Engineer in a shipyard or marine engineering company.
• Hands-on use of AutoCAD and structure analysis software.
• Good knowledge of ship stability and marine structure design.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hull structure strength assessments and analysis.
• Prepare comprehensive engineering analysis reports.
• Liaise with stakeholders regarding ship strength and load management.

Skills

Structural design

Project management

Marine engineering

Problem-solving

Education

Diploma in Marine Engineering or Bachelor's in Naval Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Femap

Nastran

MS Office

Job description

• Conduct hull structure strength assessment and analysis, propose method to strengthen the structure, including load spreading and securing of project cargo.

• Prepare analysis report, structure plan, lashing calculation, stowage plan, securing plan, dunnage plan, heavy lifting plan for project cargo to owner, charterer, shipper, shipmaster & class for approval.

• Liase with class, owner and charterer regarding any dispute in ship strength, load spreading, securing, and provide a resolution.

• Provide engineering support to business team/ Charterer team in bidding and ship evaluation.

• File, update and maintain work database.

• Optimize operation cost and improve work process continuously.

• Conduct training and impart technical knowledge to others when required.

• Diploma in Marine Engineering or Bachelor degree in Naval Architecture of equivalent.

• At least 5 years of work experiences as a Structure/ Basic Design Engineer in shipyard or marine engineering company.

• Candidates with more experiences may be considered for a higher level position.

• Hands-on use of Autocad system or similar cad system to produce design drawings.

• Hands-on use of Femap & Nastran structure analysis software or similar software.

• Experiences in cargo lashing design, DNV's Lashcon or similar software. Familiar with lifting and rigging design.

• Demonstrated ability to provide sound structure design work, produce realistic and executable plan.

• Proficient in using MS office to create report for Class/Owner's approval and for presentation.

• Good knowledge of ship stability, weight control, ship loading, marine structure and welding design.

• Able to work independently, cooperatively and proactively.

• Able to handle work under pressure in adhoc situation.