What are the responsibilities and job description for the Naval Architect position at System One?
System One is actively seeking a Naval Architect for a contract-to-hire position located onsite in Florida.
We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Naval Architect with at least 5 years of industry experience. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of ship design, structural analysis, stability assessment, and marine engineering. As a Naval Architect, you will lead design projects, manage technical teams, and ensure the creation of safe, efficient, and innovative marine vessels and structures.
Naval Architect Responsibilities:
Ref: #554-Joule Ideal
We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Naval Architect with at least 5 years of industry experience. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of ship design, structural analysis, stability assessment, and marine engineering. As a Naval Architect, you will lead design projects, manage technical teams, and ensure the creation of safe, efficient, and innovative marine vessels and structures.
Naval Architect Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, analysis, and development of marine vessels, offshore platforms, and other marine structures.
- Oversee and conduct structural, hydrodynamic, and stability analyses of vessels to ensure safety, performance, and regulatory compliance.
- Develop and refine ship designs, including hull forms, structural components, and propulsion systems.
- Manage and mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and support in project execution.
- Prepare detailed technical specifications, reports, and presentations for clients, regulatory bodies, and internal teams.
- Perform strength, fatigue, and load analysis to validate design concepts and ensure compliance with industry standards and classification society rules.
- Collaborate with project managers, shipyards, and other stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Review and assess project documentation, including design drawings, technical reports, and construction plans, for accuracy and feasibility.
- Stay up-to-date with advancements in naval architecture, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes.
- Contribute to project proposals, tender documents, and bid evaluations, providing technical input and cost estimates.
- Ensure the integration of sustainability and energy-efficient solutions in design proposals.
- Coordinate and support the construction process, providing technical oversight during vessel construction and sea trials.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in naval architecture or marine engineering.
- Strong expertise in ship design, stability analysis, and structural engineering.
- Proficiency in relevant design and analysis software (AutoCAD, Rhino, or similar).
- Extensive knowledge of marine classification society rules and international maritime regulations (e.g., ABS, CFR, DNV, LR).
- Experience in managing or leading multidisciplinary teams on complex projects.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to innovate and adapt to changing requirements.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience in technical report writing and presentations.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Proven ability to oversee design from concept to delivery, including construction and sea trials.
- Willingness to travel to client sites as needed for inspections, tests, and project-related tasks.
- Experience with FRP design and construction
- Experience with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and finite element analysis (FEA).
- Knowledge of marine propulsion systems, energy efficiency, and alternative fuels.
- Prior experience with both commercial vessels, pleasure craft and yachts are a plus.
- Familiarity with international environmental regulations and sustainability goals
Ref: #554-Joule Ideal
