Principal Naval Architect

Overview

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Pac Mar Technologies LLC, a privately-owned maritime engineering company, is seeking a Principal Naval Architect to join a group of talented Engineers, Scientists, and Innovators who have been Changing the Shape of Ships to Come for over 45 years. Remote work may be considered, though a preference will be given to candidates able to report to one of our established offices in Hawaii, Rhode Island or Maine.

The base pay range is provided; your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$/yr - $/yr

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and execute concept, preliminary, and detailed designs of ships and marine structures

• Perform hydrostatic, hydrodynamic, and structural analyses using industry-standard tools (e.g., GHS, Rhino, Maxsurf, ANSYS, AutoCAD)

• Ensure compliance with applicable classification society rules, flag state regulations, and customer specifications (e.g., ABS, DNV, USCG, NAVSEA)

• Conduct and review stability analyses, weight estimates, and structural calculations

• Prepare technical documentation including design reports, drawing packages, specifications, and test procedures

• Serve as technical lead on major projects, coordinating with other engineering disciplines and managing scope, schedule, and budget

• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior naval architects and engineers

• Participate in design reviews, client meetings, and interface with shipyards and subcontractors

• Support sea trials, inspections, and on-site engineering efforts as needed

• Complete other duties and projects assigned

Required Education/Experience/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or related field

• Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience in vessel design and analysis

• Proficiency in naval architecture software (e.g., Rhino, GHS, Maxsurf, Solid Works, AutoCAD)

• Strong understanding of ship design principles, stability standards, and structural design methods

• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Desired Education/Experience/Skills

• Master’s degree in Naval Architecture or related discipline

• Experience with military or government vessel programs (e.g., NAVSEA, USCG)

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification (or ability to obtain within one year from hire)

• Knowledge of composite or advanced materials

• Familiarity with program management, proposal writing, or client development

Other

Position Requirements

• Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee background check and post-offer drug screen

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent Resident of the U.S. due to Export Control purposes

• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance if required by contract

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Research Services

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