Journeyman Naval Architect

Insight Global; Washington; On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering sector is seeking a skilled Naval Architect to join their team. This role involves developing specifications and technical evaluations for US Coast Guard projects, requiring a strong background in marine engineering and vessel design. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture or related fields, along with relevant experience, are encouraged to apply for this full-time position with competitive compensation.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in vessel design, construction, and repair.
• Experience in the design of high-speed planning craft is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 2 years in structural calculations for ships.

Responsibilities

• Develop shipbuilding specifications for the US Coast Guard.
• Conduct technical evaluations of structural analysis.
• Ensure compliance with industry and Government criteria.

Skills

Structural analysis

Load calculations

Hydrostatic calculations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture

Master's degree in related field

Degrees in Ocean, Civil, Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop shipbuilding specifications, drawings, and program documents for the US Coast Guard Boat Acquisition Program.
• Conduct technical evaluations of structural analysis and load calculations.
• Ensure designs comply with industry and Government criteria.
• Evaluate weight implications of engineering changes.
• Perform hydrostatic calculations and assessments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture and/or Marine Engineering; preference for candidates with a related master's degree.
• Degrees in Ocean, Civil, and Mechanical Engineering may be accepted with a minimum of two years of experience with marine structures.
• At least 3 years of experience in vessel design, construction, and repair, with a focus on marine engineering/naval architecture.
• Experience in the design of high-speed planning craft is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with structural calculations for ships or other waterborne structures.
• Experience in detailed design and analysis of marine structures outside of an academic setting.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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