Principal Naval Architect
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PacMar Technologies LLC, a privately-owned maritime engineering company, is seeking a Principal Naval Architect to join a group of talented Engineers, Scientists, and Innovators who have been Changing the Shape of Ships to Come for over 45 years. Remote work may be considered, though a preference will be given to candidates able to report to one of our established offices in Hawaii, Rhode Island or Maine.
If you think this opportunity is aligned with your career interests, do not hesitate to apply!
General Description:
The Principal Naval Architect will lead the design, analysis, and integration of marine vessels and offshore structures. This role involves overseeing complex technical projects, providing mentorship to junior engineers, and ensuring designs meet regulatory, performance, and client requirements. The ideal candidate is a licensed professional with deep expertise in hydrodynamics, structural design, stability analysis, and ship design standards.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Lead and execute concept, preliminary, and detailed designs of ships and marine structures
Perform hydrostatic, hydrodynamic, and structural analyses using industry-standard tools (e.g., GHS, Rhino, Maxsurf, ANSYS, AutoCAD)
Ensure compliance with applicable classification society rules, flag state regulations, and customer specifications (e.g., ABS, DNV, USCG, NAVSEA)
Conduct and review stability analyses, weight estimates, and structural calculations
Prepare technical documentation including design reports, drawing packages, specifications, and test procedures
Serve as technical lead on major projects, coordinating with other engineering disciplines and managing scope, schedule, and budget
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior naval architects and engineers
Participate in design reviews, client meetings, and interface with shipyards and subcontractors
Support sea trials, inspections, and on-site engineering efforts as needed.
Complete other duties and projects assigned
Required Education/Experience/Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or related field
Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience in vessel design and analysis
Proficiency in naval architecture software (e.g., Rhino, GHS, Maxsurf, SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
Strong understanding of ship design principles, stability standards, and structural design methods
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Desired Education/Experience/Skills:
Master’s degree in Naval Architecture or related discipline
Experience with military or government vessel programs (e.g., NAVSEA, USCG)
Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification (or ability to obtain within one year from hire)
Knowledge of composite or advanced materials
Familiarity with program management, proposal writing, or client development
Other Position Requirements:
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee background check and post-offer drug screen
Must be a U.S. or permanent of the U.S. due to Export Control purposes
Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance if required by contract
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- Location:
- Honolulu, HI, United States
- Salary:
- $250,000 +
- Category:
- IT & Technology