Junior Naval Architect

Role overview

Major activities

• Prepare ballast and intact stability calculations for load-out, load-in, sailing, and project-specific operating conditions.
• Assist with longitudinal strength checks, draft and trim assessments, and MCV naval architecture calculations.
• Prepare onshore and offshore mooring plans and calculations covering line geometry, loads, and operational limits.
• Prepare method statements, proposals, feasibility studies, stowage, ballast, and mooring plans, and supporting engineering documents.
• Support cargo stowage, sea fastening, load distribution, and deck-strength arrangements with responsible engineers.
• Review vessel particulars, cargo data, jetty and berth information, tidal data, and operating constraints for feasibility assessments.
• Provide technical input for project planning, tendering, and MCV fleet deployment.
• Collect and verify site dimensions, operational data, photographs, and other information during inspections.
• Provide engineering support during mobilization, load-out/load-in, sea fastening, mooring, and other marine operations.
• Coordinate technical and operational requirements with vessel crews, teams, contractors, clients, and stakeholders.
• Prepare inspection reports, technical reports, calculation notes, drawings, and close-out documentation; manage document revisions.
• Follow procedures, HSSEQ, class, and marine industry requirements; support MCV modifications, upgrades, conversions, and operational improvements.

Minimum qualifications and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or Marine Engineering.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in naval architecture, marine engineering, heavy lift/project cargo, or marine transportation.

Job-specific skills

• Sound understanding of hydrostatics, intact stability, trim, ballast operations, vessel motions, and longitudinal strength.
• Basic understanding of ship structures, deck loading, load distribution, sea fastening, and marine transportation engineering.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel; familiarity with AutoHydro and Optimoor is preferred.
• Rhino, MOSES, ANSYS, or similar software knowledge is an advantage; awareness of Classification Society rules, IMO requirements, and industry standards is an advantage.
• Ability to interpret vessel, general arrangement, structural, stability, cargo, and jetty/berth information.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication and ability to prepare clear technical calculations, reports, drawings, and correspondence.
• Collaborative approach, proactive learning, ability to work under supervision, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.

Work context