Naval Architect

Naval Architect – Portsmouth Naval Base – £45,000

Flexible & hybrid working options available

Are you ready to shape the future of naval engineering and support the Royal Navy’s surface fleet? My client is looking for a talented Naval Architect to join their expert team based at Portsmouth Naval Base. This is your opportunity to contribute to high-impact maritime projects and be part of a skilled engineering team with a strong reputation for innovation and technical excellence.

What you’ll be doing:

• Performing structural analysis using ANSYS Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools and theoretical methods
• Conducting ship stability assessments with Paramarine software
• Supporting inclining experiments on naval vessels and conducting post-analysis evaluations
• Designing ship modifications and capability upgrades
• Carrying out drydock technical assessments and contributing to ship maintenance planning
• Consulting on naval base infrastructure requiring naval architecture expertise
• Involvement across the full ship lifecycle—from concept design to in-service support for naval platforms

What we’re looking for:

• Degree-qualified (MEng) in Naval Architecture, Marine Technology, or Ship Science (essential)
• Experience with ANSYS Workbench FEA tools (desirable)
• Familiarity with Paramarine or similar naval architecture software (desirable)
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as AutoCAD or Inventor (desirable)

Why join?

This is more than just a desk-based role. you’ll be actively involved with real-world naval platforms, including hands-on work with Royal Navy ships. You’ll enjoy direct exposure to waterfront engineering challenges and opportunities to influence through-life vessel performance.

In return, you’ll receive:

• A competitive salary of up to £45,000 (based on skills and experience)
• Excellent pension scheme
• Flexible working hours and hybrid options to support your lifestyle
• Access to employee benefits including private healthcare, wellbeing programmes, green car scheme, shopping discounts, and share plans
• Potential eligibility for an annual incentive bonus

Location: Portsmouth Naval Base

Hours: Full-time, with flexible & hybrid arrangements available