Senior Naval Architect

Bedrijfsomschrijving
Nouvall Engineering Services is specialized in project support for the (petro) chemical, IT and maritime industry. We provide expertise in the field of Engineering, Project Management, Maintenance, Shutdowns, Construction and Safety.

Functieomschrijving
As a Senior Naval Architect, you will be a key contributor to the creation of high‑end yachts by carrying out fundamental naval architecture analyses, shaping design choices, and offering expert guidance throughout each stage of development. You help ensure that every vessel achieves exceptional levels of safety, performance, and innovation. You will collaborate within a diverse engineering team, reporting directly to the Technical Manager Shipbuilding and functionally supporting the Project Manager Engineering.

Your Purpose: You deliver critical naval architecture calculations to support yacht development and provide technical insight for active projects. You take ownership of the accuracy of your work and actively recommend enhancements when design outcomes indicate the need for refinement.

Your Responsibilities: Produce, verify, and update stability assessments, weight estimates, and all associated documentation. Serve as a technical sounding board for the Engineering team and mentor junior Naval Architects. Develop and evaluate calculations related to: Propulsion performance Watertight integrity schemes Speed predictions and operational range Tank layouts and volume analyses Noise and vibration requirements Compliance with class rules and regulatory standards Other naval architecture and shipbuilding calculations essential for yacht construction

Documentation & Compliance Prepare draft and final stability booklets and guide them through the approval process. Conduct and support inclining experiments, including planning, execution, reporting, and formal acceptance. Communicate with class organizations, surveyors, and regulatory institutions, ensuring timely follow‑up on their feedback.

Sea Trials & Project Support Create the necessary protocols for Sea Acceptance Tests (SAT). Attend sea trials to confirm the vessel’s behavior and performance. Document and communicate trial results with clarity and precision. Work closely with fellow naval architects, project engineers, and cross‑disciplinary colleagues to address project progress, issues, and technical solutions.

Continuous Improvement Help shape standardized engineering procedures and contribute to improved design methods. Actively look for opportunities to optimise processes, methodologies, and technical documentation.

Functie-eisen
· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Naval Architecture (Shipbuilding). · At least 5 years of experience in yacht building or related shipbuilding sectors. · Strong command of MS Office and relevant naval architecture software tools (Max Surf). · Ability to make independent technical decisions within your field, aligned with project planning and in consultation with the Project Manager Engineering. · Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail. · Proactive attitude towards improving design outcomes. · Comfortable communicating with authorities, engineers, and project teams. · Fluent in Dutch and English, both written and verbal.

Arbeidsvoorwaarden
https://nouvall.com/en/about-nouvall/what-we-offer

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