Naval Architect

Our client is a prominent player in the maritime and offshore engineering sectors, renowned for delivering top-tier consultancy services across various domains, including floating offshore wind, oil and gas, and general naval architecture. Their commitment to innovation, excellence, and customer satisfaction has established them as a leader in the industry, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of engineering and maintaining the highest standards of service. Their commitment to innovation, excellence, and customer satisfaction has established them as a leader in the industry, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of engineering and maintaining the highest standards of service.

We are seeking a skilled Naval Architect to join our client’s dynamic team, reporting directly to the UK Engineering Lead. The role involves undertaking a wide range of engineering analyses and tasks related to:

• Floating offshore wind (hydrodynamics, station keeping systems, T&I, floaters selection, simulation)
• Oil and gas (hydrodynamics, moorings and structural aspects related to floaters such as FPSO, FLNG, semi-subs, jack-ups etc)
• General naval architecture consultancy (stability, structural assessments, seafastening, small vessel modifications) 
• Responsibilities include performing hydrodynamic studies, station keeping systems analysis, floaters selection, and simulations.
• Support various business streams such as Marine Warranty, Marine Services, and Marine Operations, with occasional travel within the UK and abroad.

Key Requirements:

• Education: MEng / MSc in a relevant degree subject or a Bachelor’s degree with equivalent experience.
• Experience: At least 2-3 years in offshore engineering or naval architecture, working towards CEng.
• Skills: Proficiency in engineering analysis tools and excellent Microsoft Office skills.
• Software Knowledge: Experience with Orcaflex and programming software for pre/post-processing inputs/results (e.g., Python).
• Competencies: Ability to work independently and as part of a team, effective communication, strong problem-solving skills, and basic project management principles.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering analysis and other consultancy services related to floating offshore wind, oil and gas and merchant ships (structural, stability, hydrodynamics, moorings, T&I studies and simulations, FOW floaters selection, jack up site specific assessments etc.) as required by the business
• Knowledge of Orcaflex software, programming software for pre/post processing of inputs/results (i.e. Pithon or similar)
• Knowledge of mooring systems, related requirements and analysis (ULS,ALS,Fatigue)
• Develop skills and knowledge in delivering analysis by making use of proprietary software
• Provide advice to graduate members of the team, internal stakeholders and external clients
• To write comprehensive and detailed reports and carry out thorough document reviews as per scope and requirements.
• Liaise with clients to ensure timely delivery of project deliverables and customer satisfaction
• Support the UK Engineering Lead in responding to tenders and enquiries and prepare technical database for future team use
• Attend occasionally construction site or vessels for survey or Third Party activities

If you are a motivated and skilled Naval Architect looking to advance your career with a leading engineering consultancy, we want to hear from you. Join our client’s team and contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of the maritime industry. Apply now to become an integral part of a company that values expertise, innovation, and professional growth.