Team Lead - Naval Architect

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:-

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of naval architects and junior engineers.
• Allocate tasks and monitor progress to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
• Conduct technical reviews and quality checks on work produced by the team.
• Plan and coordinate naval architecture activities within project.
• Prepare and manage schedules, budgets, and resource allocation related to naval architecture scope.
• Ensure all deliverables meet client requirements and industry standards.
• Oversee and contribute to hull form design, stability calculations, weight estimations and different types of hydrostatic and hydrodynamic calculations.
• Perform basic structural calculation and scantling calculations in accordance with Class/IMO regulations.
• Approve GA drawings, midship sections, and structural arrangements.
• Ensure designs comply with classification society rules (e.g., DNV, ABS, and BV) and international maritime regulations.
• Review and finalize technical documentation including design reports, analysis summaries, and calculation sheets.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for naval architectural aspects.
• Conduct design presentations and reviews with clients and stakeholders.
• Stay updated with latest industry developments, tools, and regulations.
• Promote the use of digital tools such as CFD, FEA, and 3D modelling in design processes.
  
  

• Master’s Degree (M.E./M.Tech) in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or related specialization (Is an added advantage).
• Bachelor’s Degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering from a recognized university (Mandatory). .
• 8 to 10 years of relevant industry experience in naval architecture design and engineering.
• Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience in a leadership or team lead role, managing a group of naval architects or design engineers.
• Hands-on experience in:
• Ship or offshore structure design (FPSO, Jack-up, Barges, etc.)
• Stability analysis, hydrostatics, hydrodynamics
• Structural calculations and Class rule compliance (DNV, ABS, BV, LRS, etc.)
• Weight estimation and load analysis
• Preparation and review of design documentation and technical reports.
  
  

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Rhino, MAXSURF, GHS, MOSES, Orca3D, Ship Constructor, ANSYS, SolidWorks (or equivalent)
• Familiarity with IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL, IACS, and other regulatory frameworks. Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Client-facing experience and ability to handle design reviews and technical meetings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to travel (if project requires)