Senior Design Engineer (Hull Structures)

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Design Engineer (Hull Structures) to join our team. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in ship structural design, finite element analysis, and be capable of working collaboratively across functions to deliver innovative and robust engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute structural design and analysis of ship hull structures.
• Perform detailed finite element analysis (FEA) for structural integrity, fatigue, and strength assessment.
• Ensure compliance with classification society rules, statutory requirements, and company standards.
• Review and validate design calculations, drawings, and technical documents.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including hydrodynamics, outfitting, piping, and production departments.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers in the team.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design methodologies, processes, and best practices.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical expertise in ship structural design and analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools and structural assessment methods.
• Sound knowledge of classification society rules, ship design standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver high-quality results within deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• B.Tech / M.Tech in Naval Architecture or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in ship structural design and FEA.
• Exposure to software such as ANSYS, NASTRAN, HyperMesh, or similar structural analysis tools.
• Prior experience in shipyard or marine/offshore engineering projects will be an added advantage.