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Naval Architect

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James Fisher

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United Kingdom , Westway, Glasgow

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Job Description:

To provide Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering expertise in support of JFD’s design activities from concept design, through to engineering release for manufacture, as well as providing support for mobilising equipment for both planned exercises and in the event of emergency call outs globally. The role will be delivering engineering solutions that comply with JFD’s engineering strategy, governance framework and processes as well as meeting safety, cost, quality, schedule, and compliance requirements.

Job Responsibility:

  • Assess technical queries and provide engineering design input to new products and support existing product range
  • Liaise with internal JFD departments such as sales, procurement, and production to ensure the best technical solution is provided in all instances
  • Sourcing suitable components and materials when required and creation of part numbers and bill of materials
  • Creation of engineering documentation such as specifications, proposals, assembly instructions, test procedures, certification and reports
  • Checking detailed manufacturing drawings and documentation and adherence to company standards and processes and compliance to internal and external standards & regulations
  • Ensuring engineering solutions are provided on time and on budget
  • Site visits to other JFD offices and client assets as and when required
  • Accountability and responsibility as technical checker of drawings and documentation generated in support of the Mechanical Engineer role

Requirements:

  • Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline or relevant industry experience
  • Perform structural design and analysis
  • Expertise in trim and stability analyses
  • Experience performing analyses of hull forms with knowledge of stability, hydrodynamic performance and seakeeping predictions
  • Expertise in deck Layouts / Load out plans
  • Experience with Product Lifecycle Management system for generating and storage of engineering packages
  • Design integration, coordinating inputs from other engineering disciplines
  • Develop concepts and perform feasibility design studies
  • Review / approval of Naval Architecture deliverables prior to release to client or for manufacture
  • Perform ship general arrangements and configuration drawings
  • Support the preparation of class submittals
  • Familiar with international Quality and Safety standards (ISO 9001, 45001 etc.)
  • Ability to apply regulatory body rules (Class Standards, LR, DNV, National Standards, IMCA), ship specifications, and other technical guidance to develop conforming designs and modifications to ships and submersible vehicles
  • Flexible approach to working as there will be some travel involved, both locally and overseas as projects require
  • Ability to pass security clearance
  • Full UK driving licence

Nice to have:

  • Post-graduate or professional qualification, e.g., Chartered Engineer status, desirable
  • Previous experience working on submersibles would be advantageous
  • Previous experience of mobilising / de-mobilising of equipment would be advantageous
What we offer:
  • Competitive benefits tailored to the division
  • Opportunities for career growth and visibility across the organisation
  • A supportive, inclusive culture that values your ideas and contributions

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 12, 2026

Expiration:
April 30, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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