Junior Naval Architect - Vessels, Hydrostatics

Glosten; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus and profit-sharing

Job summary

Glosten seeks a Naval Architect to design new vessels, modify existing ones, and navigate regulatory requirements in marine environments. You will work in a collaborative, fast-paced setting to tackle challenging projects and deliver practical, client-focused solutions.

The role emphasizes hydrostatics, stability, structural analysis, and field work, with opportunities for professional growth within an employee‑owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture or equivalent with marine structures, hydrostatics, and hydrodynamics.
• Engineer‑in‑Training certification is preferred.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Rhino3D, GHS, Python, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to collaborate across interdisciplinary teams and convey complex ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Apply hydrostatics, stability, and structural analyses.
• Understand and apply maritime regulatory guidance, field work (shipchecking and shipboard surveys), shipyard practices, and contract specifications.

Skills

Communication

Technical writing

Teamwork

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture

Engineer‑in‑Training

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino3D

GHS

Python

Microsoft Office

Job description

Glosten seeks a Naval Architect to design new vessels, modify existing ones, and navigate regulatory requirements in marine environments. You will work in a collaborative, fast-paced setting to tackle challenging projects and deliver practical, client-focused solutions.

The role emphasizes hydrostatics, stability, structural analysis, and field work, with opportunities for professional growth within an employee‑owned culture.