Senior Naval Architect

Strategic Marine; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the shipbuilding industry is seeking a Senior Design Engineer or Naval Architect to provide technical project management. The role involves overseeing vessel designs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading engineering teams. Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years' experience and formal qualifications in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in the Shipbuilding industry.
• Proven history as a Senior Design Engineer or Naval Architect.
• Sound knowledge of Classification Society Rules and Flag Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical project management of engineering solutions.
• Ensure vessel designs meet contractual requirements.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of staff.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Performance Orientation

Education

Formal Naval Architect or Marine Engineering qualifications

Job description

Location: Singapore
Reports to: General Manager, Engineering
Position available: One
Job Description: This is a full-time position

The primary purpose of the role is to provide technical project management of engineering solutions, ensuring they are feasible, buildable, and cost-effective.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

1. Task Management:
   • Ensure vessel designs meet contractual requirements and specifications.
   • Oversee technical review processes for procurement of main equipment and materials.
   • Manage dealings with classification societies, flag states, and regulatory bodies.
   • Resolve technical issues with OEMs, clients, classification societies, and flag states.
   • Serve as a technical expert in classification society rules and flag state regulations.
   • Manage weight control, inclining experiments, and lightship surveys.
   • Oversee sea trials protocols, including loading conditions.
   • Provide leadership and coaching to engineering team members.
   • Collaborate with the General Manager, Engineering, and senior management.
   • Build and maintain a network of industry contacts, suppliers, and subcontractors.
   • Identify and implement process and product improvements.
   • Handle contractual negotiations and dispute resolution.

Interpersonal Management:

• Communicate effectively across all staff levels.
• Build trust and rapport through respect and dependability.
• Coordinate with shipyard personnel to ensure product quality.
• Develop relationships with partners, customers, and official bodies.
• Negotiate effectively, accepting compromises when necessary.

Information Management:

• Understand vessel specifications and educate stakeholders.
• Know classification and survey rules affecting product quality.
• Manage project documentation and reporting.
• Assess project scope and cross-departmental impacts.
• Assist in decision impact analysis across areas.

Personal Management:

• Seek professional development opportunities.
• Take accountability for objectives.
• Stay updated with industry best practices and competitors' actions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• At least 10 years' experience as a Senior Design Engineer or Naval Architect in shipbuilding.
• Qualifications in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering.
• Knowledge of Classification Society Rules and Flag Regulations.
• Strong negotiation and dispute resolution skills.
• Results-oriented and performance-driven.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Experience in contract management.
• Robust network of industry contacts.
• Mature, patient, and culturally adaptable.
• Committed to safety, teamwork, and communication.

If you believe you possess the right attitude and skills, please share your CV with us at [e-mail].