Job Opportunity; Naval Architect

Job Title: Naval Architect
Location: Stockbridge, Hampshire
Reports To: Lead Naval Architect and Directors
Job Type: Full-Time Salary -

About FISH – Marine Design | Composites

At FISH, we design boats that perform. We’re a small, sharp-thinking marine design consultancy with a track record that punches well above our weight. Our projects range from high-speed powerboats and military vessels to sleek electric hydrofoils, low-drag motorboats, and advanced sailing yachts.

We provide a broad spectrum of design and engineering expertise to the marine industry covering naval architecture, structural and production engineering, and testing. We blend creativity with solid technical know-how to help turn ambitious ideas into seriously capable boats.The Role

We are seeking a skilled and innovative Naval Architect with good attention to detail to join our engineering team.   In this role, you will be responsible for the design, analysis, and development of marine vessels through many sectors. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure technical integrity, safety, and performance of projects across design, construction, and operation phases.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design & Engineering: Develop vessel designs including hull forms, structure, and systems in compliance with regulatory standards and project requirements.

  • Hydrostatics & Stability: Conduct hydrostatic calculations, stability assessments, and weight estimates.

  • Performance Analysis: Evaluate resistance, propulsion, and seakeeping performance using empirical and computational tools and model testing.

  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure designs comply with relevant international standards, class rules (e.g., ABS, DNV, Lloyd’s Register), and statutory regulations (e.g., IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL).

  • Technical Documentation: Prepare design drawings, specifications, analysis reports, and technical documentation for internal review and client submissions.

  • Project Involvement: Engage in design reviews, meetings, and communication with clients and stakeholders.

  • Construction Support: Provide technical support during build, assembly, trials, and commissioning phases. Conduct inspections and resolve design-related issues.

  • Technical Output: Produce clear and considered information and drawings for use by yards and class societies.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or related field.

  • 2–5+ years of relevant industry experience (graduate roles available for less experienced candidates).

  • Proficiency with naval architecture and design software such as Maxsurf, Orca3D, or similar.

  • Good attention to detail.

  • Familiarity with FEA and CFD tools would be a benefit, but not essential.

  • Knowledge of design standards and classification society rules.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent communication and technical report writing ability.

  • Ability to work both independently and in multidisciplinary teams.

  • Eagerness to learn and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.

  • Eligible to work in UK  and willing to travel occasionally if needed.

  • This is an office-based role with some remote working.  Due to our office location the candidate will need to have their own means of transport.

Desirable Skills (Optional but Beneficial)

  • Structural Analysis experience with ability to perform structural design and strength calculations using FEA tools and classification society rules

  • Knowledge or experience of composite boat structures

  • Hands on practical experience in a boat yard

What We Offer

  • Involvement and Exposure to diverse and high-profile marine engineering projects.

  • Opportunities for training and growth as part of our fast passed team operating in multiple market sectors.

  • Relaxed working environment in a rural setting

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are interested in this role please send your CV and ideally a portfolio of work you have been involved in to careers@fish-mdc.com

Interested but not sure if you have everything we are asking for?  Let us be the judge and we will happily advise if this role or anther within FISH would be suitable