Tuesday 12 October 2010

NAVAL ARCHITECT / STRUCTURAL ENGINEER - £27,000 - £31,500pa – MIDLANDS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our client is currently one of Europe's largest production luxury boat builders.
They have an exciting opportunity for a Naval Architect to join their existing team.

Purpose of role
Become part of established naval architecture team working on a range of existing, and new craft from 7 to 18m in length.

Qualifications
B.Eng degree in Naval Architecture / small craft design
Or
B.Eng in structural engineering / composite background
Equivalent qualifications from recognised worldwide organisations will be accepted

Key responsibilities
Assist with daily production assistance with build documentation for existing products
Preparations of stability & hydrostatic calculations
Assessment of vessels to RCD & classification society requirements
Engineering and structural calculations
Detailed engineering modelling & drawings
Engineering specification preparation
Engineering change notice generation & control
Sea trial & survey work

Experience
Minimum of two years experience within small craft boatbuilding industry.
Familiar with classification society rules
Experience with preparation of weight estimates
Ability to devise propulsion arrangements and produce detailed engineering installation drawings.
Familiarisation with RCD regulations is beneficial       
2D engineering CAD draughting
3D solid & surface modelling
Detailed design & engineering calculations
Experience of Finite Element Analysis software would be an advantage

Knowledge
Knowledge of GRP construction essential.
Previous experience with working to classification society rules
Familiarity with Recreational Craft Directive
Proven experience within existing design office, and/or shipyard design office

Skills
Autocad – 2D
Rhino
Maxsurf/Hydromax or equivalent
Solidworks and/or Catia
Microsoft office suite
Strand 7

Personal Qualities
Flexible approach to work.

SALARY

£27,000 - £31,500 pa

For further information and to apply click on the link below