Naval Architect

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Position: Naval ArchitectSalary: £40,000-£45,000 DOE Full Time PermanentWho we are: Subsea Craft is a fast growing, privately-funded, UK-based SME delivering Advanced Maritime Technology. We leverage our team’s defence experience with cross-industry partnerships in the field of advanced naval engineering. Our flagship product, VICTA, is a Diver Delivery Unit - a surface submersible craft designed to operate at speed over range and capable of rapid transition beneath the surface to operate submerged, enabling the discreet delivery and recovery of divers. It is a unique, innovative British product focused primarily on the defence market but with utility beyond.What we offer: Private HealthcareShare Options Life Insurance Critical Illness Cover Unlimited Paid HolidayOngoing professional development and training Pension contributionFlexible Working A culture of diversity and innovative thinkingResponsibilities will include: Perform hydrodynamics analyses and assessments on the behaviour and performance of both surface and subsurface vessels. This will include parameters on manoeuvring, resistance, and seakeeping. Analyse and interpret test data to develop and validate hydrodynamic predictions. Hull form design and optimisation. This will include working towards automating the process of optimising various hull forms for hydrodynamic performance. Collaboration in hull structural design and drawings for regulatory body submission, including liaising with structural specialists and creating detailed drawings for manufacture. Surface and submerged stability assessments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, and control systems engineers to ensure integration and compatibility of the various vessel’s systems. Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including design specifications, engineering drawings, technical reports and supporting design review submissions. Ensure accurate and up-to-date records throughout the design and development process for defined areas of responsibility.Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, preferably in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering. Experience in 3D and 2D CAD modelling software, such as Rhino, Inventor or Solidworks. Expertise in Naval Architecture software. Knowledge on Paramarine is desirable but not essential. Familiarity with CFD packages and hydrodynamic analyses of AUVs, small submersibles and surface vessels desirable. Good understanding of hydrodynamics and ship stability, ideally with experience in submersibles. Foundation knowledge on mechanics of materials, with preference on composites design and analysis. An understanding of relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards for structural design and marine systems. Any experience designing for class approval of composite structures against Lloyd’s or DNV-GL is beneficial.Good understanding of marine systems and the ability to integrate such systems within a vessel design. Experience in construction, design consultancy and/or trials of military small boats advantageous but experience in this will be achievable within the role. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams to present design proposals.Values: Our people are our greatest asset, we continually strive to provide an excellent working environment to enable our team to do their best work. We have an agile professional workforce: we are founded on the belief that our people are valued and our business is trusted, inclusive and commercially-adept.What we expect from you: Teamwork, mutual respect and collaboration Initiative and independent working Honesty and integrity Business and commercial awareness Agility, adaptability and continuous developmentWe regret that due to the high volume of applications we are unable to acknowledge every application. Please bear in mind that if you are selected for an interview we will aim to contact you within 14 days of your application or the closing date (if stated). However, if we think that your skills and qualifications may be suitable for other similar positions we may hold your details on our database and contact you in the future. Please let us know if you do not wish us to keep your details on file.