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Job Title
Junior Naval Architect
Summary
We’re looking for a Junior Naval Architect to join a specialist maritime and defence engineering team in Bristol on a hybrid basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with early career experience in high-speed craft to contribute to innovative marine vehicle designs. If you have a passion for naval architecture and proven skills in 3D modelling, this contract role offers the chance to apply your expertise on exciting projects.
Salary
Up to £52.00 per hour
Location and Working Pattern
Bristol – Hybrid working
Contract
6 months +
Client Overview
Our client is a leading organisation within the maritime and defence sector, focused on delivering cutting-edge marine engineering solutions. They work on complex projects involving high-speed craft and advanced marine vehicles, ensuring robust and innovative designs for critical applications.
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Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design and development of high-speed craft and marine vehicles.
- Support early-stage design activities including pre-concept engineering studies.
- Undertake sizing studies and assist with naval architecture calculations.
- Produce and develop technical specifications and requirements for marine vehicles.
- Create accurate 3D arrangement models using CAD software.
- Utilise Rhino3D to develop detailed design elements.
- Prepare technical documentation and reports to support project deliverables.
Must-have Requirements
- Degree in Naval Architecture or Mechanical Engineering (minimum Bachelor’s level).
- At least 1 year of experience in high-speed craft design and development.
- Recent experience producing specifications and/or requirements for marine vehicles.
- Practical knowledge of SurfM high-speed craft.
- Strong experience in 3D arrangement CAD modelling.
- Proficiency in Rhino3D.
- Previous involvement in small boat sizing studies.
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Nice-to-have Skills
- Familiarity with the UK maritime commercial and defence sectors.
- Knowledge of high-speed craft sizing and operations.
- Experience with Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs).
- Understanding of stability modelling and landing craft studies.
- Exposure to pre-concept engineering design, weight and power estimating.
- Knowledge of scaling impacts on boat design, stability and operability.
- Ability to produce clear and structured technical reports.
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