This programme has been designed to support people who have had a career break or are trying to transfer their skills into a new sector or one they used to work in. We know that any gap in work experience or a move away from a sector or skill set makes it very hard to return or join through standard recruitment channels.

The roles in this programme tend to run on a 12 week work placement with a view to securing a permanent role at the end of that period. Although it’s not guaranteed, 96% of our candidates who join the programme go on to secure permanent roles with their host organisation.

As a candidate working with STEM Returners you have access to free CV writing and Interview coaching and if you are successful in securing the role you’ll get access to coaching and mentoring programme to help you thrive in the role.

If you meet the criteria for this role but are unsure if you are eligible for the programme, we encourage you to make an application.

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Naval Architect to join our Naval Architecture team. This role is open to candidates with a range of academic and vocational backgrounds, including those with a degree in Naval Architecture or a related field, as well as individuals with relevant practical experience and an HND or equivalent qualification. Title will be based on qualifications and experience.

This is a great opportunity to contribute to exciting maritime projects across various technical areas within naval architecture. The ideal candidate will have a passion for problem-solving, teamwork, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

What We’re Looking For

We value a range of experience and learning paths. You should have:

• A qualification in Naval Architecture or a closely related field (Degree, HND, or equivalent)
• A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving
• Good communication skills and the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams
• Willingness to learn and adapt to evolving project needs

Typical Responsibilities

Depending on your experience and project needs, you may contribute to one or more of the following areas:

• Wholeship Integration

• • Development of general arrangements and key plans
  • Weight estimation and management
• Structural Engineering
  • Longitudinal strength calculations
  • Scantling Calculations
  • Major and Minor Equipment Seat Calculations
  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA) where applicable
• Hydrodynamics
  • Basic propeller and manoeuvring assessments
  • Participation in or support for sea trials
• Stability and Integrity
  • Intact and Damage Stability Assessments
  • Hull form assessment and watertight integrity
  • Support for float-off and other production activities
• Outfit and Seamanship Systems
  • Involvement in design and support for outfitting elements such as, preservation, refrigeration systems, watertight and non watertight doors, hotel services and accommodation.
  • Evacuation systems, anchoring & mooring, boat handling and Replenishment at Sea

Benefits: 

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme and Cycle2work and employee discounts.

Security Clearance requirements:

Eligibility for SC level security clearance is required – To be eligible for clearance you need to be a British National and have lived in the UK for the past 5 years with no breaks. Other Nationalities may also be considered, but 5 + years living in the UK is essential.

Location:

• Glasgow

If you wish to speak to one of our Returner Specialists about this role in more detail, please call us on 01329 623 246 (option 1)