Senior and Naval Architects – Commercial Vessels

2 months ago


Southampton, United Kingdom BMT Full time

Senior and Naval Architects – Commercial Vessels

Why Work for Us?

Joining BMT means gaining access to a comprehensive set of employee benefits designed to empower your success. In addition to a competitive salary, our offerings encompass health, family, finance, and personal development, including:

Private Medical (family coverage) Enhanced Pension Flexible Working 18 weeks enhanced maternity pay (after a qualifying period of 1 year) Family friendly policies Committed to an inclusive culture Wellbeing Fund – an annual fund for personal hobbies or interests 26 Days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays) Holiday Trading Retail Vouchers Professional Subscriptions

At BMT, we pride ourselves on being a verified flexible workplace, providing freedom and choice. We understand not everyone has the same needs in order to make work, work for them and their lives - we'd love you to discuss any requirements for flexibility with us - we can't promise to fulfil every request but we do promise to listen to what matters to you. Learn more about our flexible status at Flexa Careers.

About the role

We are currently looking for innovative and inspiring individuals who have the passion and drive to join our forward-thinking Commercial Team centred in the Southampton area.

Our Naval Architecture Capability is currently expanding, and we have positions for Senior Naval Architects / Naval Architects with +2 years of experience to enhance our existing team. We are looking for candidates that are keen to make a valuable contribution towards a wide variety of projects and enquiries, spanning the full breadth of our portfolio including; Crew Transfer Vessels, Service Operations Vessels, ferries, patrol boats and workboats. 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 the offshore energy support, government/security and ferry sectors, around the world.

A typical project will require you to develop a suitable hull form, undertake lightship weight analysis for vessel structure, systems and outfit, determine the required propulsion system to meet the operational requirements using a combination of model test data and CFD methods, work with other team members to develop 3d render images to support tender submissions, carry out seakeeping assessments through model testing and analytically, undertake intact and damage stability assessment, develop global structural arrangements and much more.

BMT’s Naval Architects enjoy an environment where we constantly challenge ourselves, our partners and our competitors. You will be self-motivated, innovative, flexible and able, both individually and as part of a team, to consistently deliver for our clients. You will be responsible for contributing to a range of varied and challenging projects that will deliver both success for our clients and develop your skills and experience.

The role is nominally based at our Southampton office working 3 days in office however, we will consider applicants who wish a more flexible and hybrid working arrangement.

About you

You will have a Bachelors or Masters level degree in Naval Architecture with a minimum of two years relevant experience in the marine industry. Greater experience is required for the more senior roles.

Working in a team of Naval Architects, you will have a strong background in Naval Architecture principles, with the experience to apply these principles in a practical and dynamic way within a design environment. Experience with relevant codes of practice and Classification Society rules and practical experience in vessel construction is desirable.

You will be competent in fundamental Naval Architecture tasks such as hull design and stability calculation, weight calculation, performance prediction, model testing, seakeeping analysis, tank plan development and arrangement drawings.

Experience of one or more types of vessel that BMT designs is desirable which includes Crew Transfer Vessels, Service Operations Vessels, ferries, patrol boats, workboats etc. covering diverse hull form types ranging from slow & high speed catamarans, deep vee planning monohulls, extreme semi-SWATHs, SWATHSs, SES, Pentamaran and many more.

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’ll be commercially aware, ensuring that works are being carried out and completed to an appropriate standard and level of detail.You will produce clear and well-presented drawings and plans to a suitable quality and standard. A high degree of initiative and self-drive is essential for this rewarding role, ensuring that agreed targets and deliverable deadlines can be met.

You will also have sound verbal and written communication skills.

Missing skills or experience? Let us be the judge BMT are passionate about people; we recognise that technology moves quickly and that no one can learn everything, which is why we seek those who can adapt and demonstrate the aptitude to learn. With enthusiasm and the right attitude, we can help you discover your potential.

What's Next?

If you are ready to contribute your skills and passion to a dynamic team addressing impactful challenges, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity with BMT. Join us in shaping a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future.


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