Job Description

Position: Naval Architect -Hydrodynamics & Stability & Vibrations – Yacht & Shipbuilding Projects The Netherlands

Location: The Netherlands
Employment Type: Contract preferred (freelance possible depending on profile and project)

We are seeking a technically strong Medior Naval Architect to support high-end yacht and shipbuilding projects within a dynamic and quality-driven engineering environment.

In this role, you will contribute to performance analysis, stability assessments, and overall vessel optimization across different project phases. You will work closely with structural, outfitting, and production teams to ensure vessels meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform naval architecture calculations and technical analyses

• Contribute to weight estimation, weight control, and monitoring processes

• Conduct stability calculations and hydrostatic evaluations

• Analyze vessel behavior related to hydrodynamics and vibrations

• Support design optimization to improve performance and efficiency

• Ensure compliance with classification society rules and maritime regulations

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the project lifecycle

Profile Requirements

• Approximately 5+ years of relevant experience in naval architecture

• Candidates with at least 3 years of continuous and relevant experience will also be considered

• Experience in superyacht projects is highly desirable

• Strong knowledge of:

  • Weight control and weight management

  • Stability and hydrostatics

  • Vibrations and structural response

  • Hydrodynamics and vessel performance

• Analytical mindset and strong technical accuracy

• Ability to work independently within structured engineering processes

• Valid EU work permit / right to work in the Netherlands is required