Job Description

Job Title: Naval Architect

Rate: Negotiable via Umbrella (Inside IR35)

Location: Bristol

Contract Length: 6 Months

Role purpose

We are looking for people with a good background understanding of Naval Architecture to join our technical team. The focus of the role is to provide Naval Architecture related advice and guidance to customers within the defence industry.

The specific areas of interest include assessing surface ships and submarines to assess their performance in manoeuvring and control, dynamic stability, quasi-static stability, seakeeping, resistance and propulsion. The work will include use of industry standard and bespoke numerical simulation tools.

The role requires presenting work in internal and external forums, including conferences and in customer meetings. Participation in business support activities will also be required including bidding and planning activities through the provision of task estimates and breakdowns of task descriptions.

The key skills/traits we are looking for are:

Highly motivated, dynamic with a positive attitude and values of integrity, collaboration and performance.

Keen desire to develop and grown their technical skills and understanding.

Good knowledge of data analysis including experience of programming (Matlab, Python etc.).

Ability to develop alternative strategies to overcome issues and innovate to improve the overall value to the customer.

Good communication skills, both written and presentational. Including the ability to exchange complex information.

Good team working, organisation, communication and attention to detail.

Key Accountabilities:

Working collaboratively with customers and colleagues to understand the customers' requirements, help develop the package of work including looking at innovative solutions and then undertake the work in accordance with the agreed plan.

Ensure the work is conducted in a safe manner, highlighting hazards and potentially unsafe practices to Team Lead.

Actively participate and encourage increased collaboration across the Group.

The combination of qualifications and experience should be the equivalent to someone with a degree in Naval Architecture (or equivalent) who has a good understanding of how to use their skills and knowledge.

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