Marine architect

Principal / Senior Naval Architects – Commercial Vessels
~ Principal / Senior Naval Architects – Commercial Vessels

Principal / Senior Naval Architects – Commercial Vessels
BMT is dedicated to tackling the most crucial engineering challenges of our era, fostering an environment where individuals with exceptional technical expertise provide meaningful, practical solutions. Committed to creating a safer, more efficient, effective, and sustainable future, BMT values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognizing their pivotal role in achieving our business purpose. In addition to a competitive salary, our offerings encompass health, family, finance, and personal development, including:
· Private Medical (family coverage)
· Enhanced Pension
· 26 Days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays)
· Retail Vouchers
· At BMT, we pride ourselves on being a verified flexible workplace, providing freedom and choice. Learn more about our flexible status at Flexa Careers.
As Principal / Senior Naval Architect working in our commercial team you will make a valuable contribution towards a wide variety of projects and enquiries, spanning the full breadth of our portfolio. The work ranges from concept design, initial enquiry assessments and tender bids, to detailed project naval architecture through the Class, Production and Build phase of vessels that will operate in a number of different market sectors, around the world. High levels of interaction between disciplines is inherent to the projects we complete, offering learning opportunities beyond Naval Architecture.
The role is nominally based at our Southampton office working 3 days in office, with a flexible and hybrid working arrangement. The importance of this is to provide the ability to develop an understanding and cross pollination of information across all sectors of the commercial BMT portfolio, whilst also maximising mentor opportunity across the team.
You will have a Bachelors or Masters level degree in Naval Architecture with a minimum off ten years relevant experience in the commercial and defence marine industry for vessels from 15 - 70m. development of different hull form types, use of a variety of construction materials to optimise the structural design of light weight high speed craft, application of propulsion systems, alternative fuels to reduce emissions, stability assessment, weights engineering, sea keeping, model testing, maritime operations, whole vessel design, multiple classification / code regulations, tank plan development and arrangement drawings.
Experience with the types of vessels BMT designs is desirable covering Crew Transfer Vessels, Service Operations Vessels, ferries, patrol boats, workboats etc.
Ideally you will possess advanced level skills in 2D/3D CAD (AutoCAD), and other specialist software skills would be an advantage in order to produce and review design information.
You will produce clear and well-presented drawings and plans to a suitable quality and standard. With enthusiasm and the right attitude, we can help you discover your potential.
We receive applications exclusively via our ATS.