Naval Architect / Marine Engineer

United Plastic Fabricating Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with employer match

Student loan assistance

Additional company benefits

Job summary

Tideman Marine Services is seeking an experienced Naval Architect / Marine Engineer in Texas to perform naval architecture and marine engineering for a variety of vessels including tugboats, passenger vessels, and fishing vessels. The role requires collaboration with customers, shipyards, and owners in the Houston/Galveston area.

Candidates should have 5–10 years of relevant experience, a degree in Naval Architecture or related field, and be ready to travel to shipyards and project sites as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Maritime Systems, Marine Engineering
• 5–10 years of naval architecture or marine engineering experience
• Experience designing aluminum and steel vessels
• Experience with U.S. Coast Guard regulations and classification society rules (ABS, DNV)
• U.S. citizenship required

Responsibilities

• Perform stability analyses and stability tests
• Develop structural and scantling calculations for vessels
• Review and approve engineering drawings and vessel designs
• Lead engineering projects from concept to completion
• Coordinate with customers, shipyards and stakeholders
• Travel to shipyards and customer locations as required

Skills

Stability analyses

Project management

Client coordination

Travel willingness

Education

Naval architecture degree

Tools

Orca3D

Rhino 3D

LiDAR

Job description

Tideman Marine Services - Texas | Houston/Galveston Area Preferred

Tideman Marine Services (TMMS), a subsidiary of United Plastic Fabricating, Inc. (UPF), is a marine engineering and naval architecture firm providing engineering solutions for new and existing vessels. From vessel design and stability analysis to dry dock engineering and historic vessel restoration, our team works closely with vessel owners, operators, and shipyards to help keep vessels safe, seaworthy, and compliant.

We are seeking an experienced Naval Architect / Marine Engineer to join our team. This position will perform naval architecture and marine engineering work for a variety of commercial vessels, including tugboats, passenger vessels, fishing vessels, barges, and dry docks.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys taking ownership of projects, solving complex vessel-design challenges, working directly with customers, and spending time in shipyards seeing projects come to life.

Location: Candidates must currently reside in Texas, preferably in the Houston or Galveston area.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform stability analyses and conduct vessel stability tests
• Develop structural and scantling calculations for new and existing vessels
• Perform engineering calculations and technical analyses
• Review and approve engineering drawings and vessel designs
• Design and evaluate aluminum and steel vessel structures
• Lead engineering projects from initial concept through completion
• Coordinate with customers, shipyards, vessel owners, and other project stakeholders
• Conduct shipyard and vessel visits for inspections, measurements, testing, and project support
• Evaluate existing vessels and structures and develop engineering solutions for modifications, repairs, and upgrades
• Ensure designs comply with applicable U.S. Coast Guard regulations and classification society requirements, including ABS and DNV
• Prepare engineering documentation, calculations, drawings, and technical reports
• Provide technical guidance and support throughout vessel construction, modification, and repair projects

Requirements

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Maritime Systems, Marine Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline
• 5-10 years of relevant naval architecture or marine engineering experience
• Experience designing aluminum and steel vessels
• Experience designing vessels in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard regulations and classification society rules, such as ABS or DNV
• Strong understanding of vessel structures, stability, and marine design principles
• Ability to manage projects and communicate effectively with customers, shipyards, and internal team members
• Ability and willingness to travel to shipyards and customer locations as required
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Preferred:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with Orca3D
• Experience with Rhino 3D
• Experience with LiDAR and laser scanning technologies

Why Join Tideman Marine Services?

At TMMS, you will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of vessels and engineering challenges rather than focusing on a single vessel type or repetitive design work. Our engineers work directly with customers and shipyards and have the opportunity to see their designs move from engineering concepts to real-world marine applications.

As part of United Plastic Fabricating, Inc., TMMS offers the stability and resources of an established organization while maintaining the hands-on environment of a specialized marine engineering team.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Student loan assistance
• Additional company benefits and programs

United Plastic Fabricating, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.