Naval Architect

Zenith HR; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Zenith HR is seeking an experienced Naval Architect for Tampa, FL or Cleveland, OH to lead new vessel designs and retrofits. You will collaborate with a team of naval architects, marine engineers, and designers to deliver complex marine projects.

Requirements include a BS in naval architecture or marine engineering and 10+ years in the field, with experience on ATB, tankers, and drybulk vessels; proficiency in FEA (NASTRAN/ANSYS) and stability software (GHS); strong communication and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's BS degree in naval architecture, marine engineering or relevant engineering field.
• More than ten years of relevant work experience; Vessel Owner, shipyard, classification society, engineering consulting.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of new vessels and retrofits.
• Provide support with structural design and analysis.
• Conduct feasibility studies and develop construction/retrofit specifications.
• Develop complex marine design specifications and documentation.

Skills

ATB/tankers/drybulk

Project management

FEA software

Stability software

MS Office / Excel

AutoCAD

Marine regs

Communication

Team vs solo

Travel willingness

PE license

Education

BS in naval architecture or marine engineering

Tools

NASTRAN/ANSYS

GHS

Job description

This company is seeking an experienced Naval Architect with marine background to join its team of professionals. They are a growing Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering firm that provides complete ship, tug, and barge designs of all types; from concept through actual construction and is a leader in marine environmental solutions, the use of alternative fuels, and complex marine solutions.

The successful candidate will be the Naval Architect for new vessel designs, and retrofits of existing vessels. The successful candidate will provide support with structural design and analysis, feasibility studies, construction and retrofit specifications, and development of complex marine design.

The office is in Tampa, FL or Cleveland, OH. This individual will be working closely with a team of experienced naval architects, marine engineers, electrical engineers and marine designers, both as a team and as an individual.

Candidate Basic Qualification requirements

• A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in naval architecture, marine engineering or a relevant engineering field of study.
• More than ten (10) years of relevant work experience; Vessel Owner, shipyard, classification society, engineering consulting.

Additional Candidate Qualifications and Competency

• Experience with structural design on Articulated Tug and Barges (ATB), Tankers, and drybulk vessels.
• Project Management experience, position will require project management of small and/or short-term projects
• Proficiency with FEA Software (e.g. NASTRAN or ANSYS).
• Proficiency with Stability Software GHS.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel primarily), and AutoCAD.
• Working Knowledge of marine Regulations, such as USCG, IMO, and Classification Societies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities.
• Short term and short notice travel from time to time.
• Professional Engineering License or the ability to obtain a Professional Engineering License desirable.