Naval Architect

Help shape the future of maritime design! Elliott Bay Design Group (EBDG) is looking for a talented Naval Architect to join our collaborative team and help develop innovative vessels and practical engineering solutions for clients across the United States. The ideal candidate will have a degree in naval architecture and a passion for solving complex design challenges. Experience in marine mechanical, structural engineering, or another related discipline is a valuable plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Naval Architecture Design and Integration

• Develop and/or refine vessel arrangements, hull forms, structural designs, stability analyses, and performance calculations in accordance with client requirements, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
• Perform incline tests and deadweight surveys and produce stability documentation for regulatory review.
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable marine regulations and standards (e.g., CFRs, IMO requirements, ABS and DNV class rules, IEC, SOLAS).
• Serve projects for both new vessel design and existing vessel refurbishment and modifications.

Systems Analysis and Troubleshooting

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including naval architects, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, structural engineers, marine designers, and project managers to ensure seamless integration of engineering systems.
• Perform system design for common marine systems.

Project Execution and Oversight

• Support project development, and collaborate with engineers, shipyards, vendors, clients, and regulatory agencies throughout the process.
• Prepare project documentation including specifications, schematics, reports, and progress updates.
• Review and provide comments on detailed designs submitted by shipyard contractors.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Conduct vessel inspections and verifications to ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and classification society requirements.
• Prepare documentation for approval, certification, and audits.