Exceptional Stability Engineer required to join Foreship UK, a leader in ship design and naval architecture consulting, to support its continued growth strategy. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of complex and high-quality architectural stability analysis. You will support feasibility studies, newbuild and conversion designs, class submissions, regulatory compliance and onboard/yard activities for passenger vessels, ferries, yachts, other large special purpose vessels and naval ships.
Based out of our Southampton (HQ), Leatherhead, Chippenham or Manchester offices, Foreship UK operates a hybrid working model, though you will be required to travel or shipboard across the UK and internationally occasionally.
Responsibilities
- Develop and update stability booklets, loading manuals, deadweight surveys, lightship checks and weight tracking.
- Perform intact and damage stability calculations in accordance with IMO (SOLAS, 2008 IS Code), class society rules (DNV, LR, ABS, BV) and flag requirements.
- Prepare class/flag submissions (incl. cross‑flooding, watertight integrity, escape routes, evacuation implications) and respond to comments.
- Provide stability input to design teams during feasibility, concept and basic design phases.
- Participate in dry‑dock and onboard surveys, performing measurements, inclining test support, and validation of as‑built conditions following Foreship’s site procedures, safety guidance and confidentiality rules.
- Produce clear technical reports, booklets, regulatory matrices, and decision support documentation for clients and authorities.
- Present stability assessments and advise shipyards/owners on compliance risks, margins, and operational limitations.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- BEng/MEng/MSc in Naval Architecture (or equivalent).
- 3-5 years professional experience in stability analysis for marine vessels (i.e. passenger, ferry, yacht, other large structured commercial or naval vessels).
- Strong proficiency in stability tools (e.g., NAPA Loading/NAPA Stability or similar).
- Familiarity with IMO codes (SOLAS, Load Line, IS Code), probabilistic damage stability, and class rule application.
- Ability to produce clear, client ready documentation and communicate results effectively.
- Prepared to travel for occasional surveys, trials, and yard support.
- You must be a British citizen or have the right to work in the UK without employer sponsorship.
Benefits
- As part of our growing global team, you’ll find yourself working with world‑class professionals and clients. In addition, you will be rewarded with:
- Competitive salary
- Matched 6% pension
- Life Assurance
- Healthcare Insurance
- 25 days leave (plus bank holidays)
- Option to buy more holiday
- Smart/hybrid Working policy
- Professional development, support with qualifications (i.e. Chartership)
- Pay for professional membership
- Support of Military Reservists – 10 additional paid days
- Cycle to work scheme
- E‑Vehicle scheme
- Employee perks – retail discounts
- Generous recruitment referral bonus
- 4 half days paid leave for STEM Ambassadors
- Season ticket loan
