Vacancy
(Junior) Naval Architect - Yacht building

Referencenumber MIJL03574-2, Amsterdam , Nederland

Naval Architecture
Join a world leader in superyacht yard, designteam. As a Naval Architect, you’ll work in cutting-edge facilities, transforming visionary concepts into seaworthy masterpieces, from first sketch to final launch, while collaborating with top-tier engineers to deliver iconic, high-quality yachts up to 140 metres.

Tasks

You're not here to shuffle papers. You're here to build the unbuildable: As a Navall Architect, your scope of responsibilities include: 

  • Keep a vigilant eye on weight control processes — nothing floats without balance.
  • Gather and verify technical input against weight and cost budgets — precision is your default mode.
  • Support dock plans, launches, and transport — the physics of prestige demand your signature
  • Evaluate feasibility and quality — because “good enough” isn’t good enough.
  • Ensure designs align with all international regulations — seaworthiness is non-negotiable.
  • Offer razor-sharp input on technical challenges — and maintain coherent design standards across the fleet.

Job requirements

You're not just an architect/engineer. You're a thinker, a builder, a collaborator:

  • A higher professional education (BSc.) in Maritime Technology, Shipbuilding, or a kindred field.
  • Experience in yacht or shipbuilding (superyachts get bonus points).
  • Understanding of how seaworthy superyachts come to life — from hull to helipad.
  • Communication skills in both English — because clarity builds faster (Dutch pré).
  • A problem-solving mindset with initiative — you don't wait for orders; you engineer outcomes.
  • The knack for keeping stakeholders and teammates informed — clearly, efficiently, always.

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Conditions

Could this role be your next career step? Apply now and let's discuss the opportunity in detail. Depending on the professional experience, he role comes with an attractive remuneration package. We would like to explain the offer in a personal conversation.

Company Profile

Our client is a Shipyard, renowned for being the birthplace of some of the world's most luxurious yachts. With a rich history spanning many years, they have built a solid reputation based on their unwavering pursuit of craftsmanship, engineering innovation, quality, and aesthetic design. As a Yacht Builder, they are dedicated to bringing iconic superyachts to life, upholding traditional values within their state-of-the-art facilities.

Our client offers exceptional opportunities for passionate engineers with a love for yachts, encouraging them to challenge themselves in order to fulfill desires and inspire the world with their results. Each engineer contributes to the evolution of the finest, most intricate, and outstanding yachts in existence. In essence, the company fosters a sense of great pride and sets a benchmark for excellence, providing a wonderful building experience.

Through established partnerships, our client is committed to delivering unrivaled quality and perfection. Throughout this process, they cultivate personal relationships with yacht owners, working together to achieve the seemingly impossible: one-of-a-kind superyacht projects.