Lead Naval Architect

As a Lead Naval Architect, you will play a key role in shaping vessel designs, driving innovation, and ensuring feasibility from concept to execution. Whether developing new floating assets, modifying existing ships, or optimizing current designs, you thrive in tackling complex engineering challenges. You understand what makes a ship perform—stability, strength, resistance, motion behaviour and use this knowledge to develop a strategic project approach, focusing on the right aspect in the right moment to ensure the effective development of the design in line with the clients needs and wishes.

You will lead conceptual and basic design efforts, assessing feasibility, investment costs, and performance early in the process. Your hands-on approach allows you to develop initial design concepts yourself while also guiding a team of naval architects. You will work closely with other disciplines—structural, mechanical, and hydrodynamic engineers—to create integrated designs that meet technical and commercial goals.

As the primary point of contact for clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, you ensure transparent communication throughout the design, production, and commissioning phases. You will also oversee external design agencies when needed, making sure project objectives are met efficiently.

Your role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge offshore and commercial vessel projects. You’ll be part of a dynamic team where innovation and problem-solving drive success. With international collaboration and challenging projects ahead, you’ll have the chance to make a lasting impact in the maritime industry.