Naval Architect

Naval Architect

Southampton

£45,000 - £55,000

Permanent | Full Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Naval Architect to join a growing based in Southampton.

You will work across multiple projects, taking responsibility for the technical delivery of naval architecture work packages. The role offers exposure to a wide variety of vessel types, clients, and classification societies, while working as part of a collaborative and technically strong team of naval architects and engineers.

• Deliver naval architecture design activities from concept through to build and sea trials
• Perform stability analysis, weight estimates, and performance predictions
• Develop vessel arrangements, technical specifications, and structural designs
• Support compliance activity including class, flag, and FMEA requirements
• Work closely with production teams, clients, and classification societies
• Support project management activities and contribute to successful project delivery
• Attend vessel surveys, trials, and onboard testing when required

• Minimum 3 - 5 years of professional naval architecture experience
• Strong understanding of stability, structures, scantlings, and compliance engineering
• Experience working on commercial or specialist craft
• Proficient in AutoCAD, with experience in Rhino or Solid Works
• Confident user of Maxsurf and Microsoft Office
• Comfortable engaging with clients and supporting design development discussions

You will be expected to represent the business professionally when engaging with clients and partners, and to contribute ideas that support innovation and the development of new vessel designs and intellectual property.

The role offers a competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package, including health, wellbeing, training, as well as career development opportunities.