Vacancy
Lead / Senior Naval Architect - FPSO

Referencenumber MIAO03455, Hoofddorp , Nederland

Naval Architecture
For one of our energy offshore clients, a prominent service provider in the global offshore industry, specializing in top-tier floating production units and infrastructure, we are recruiting for a LEAD  / SENIOR  Naval Architect to be based in their beautiful office in Hoofddorp, The Netherlands.  

Tasks

As a Lead/ Senior Naval Architect, you play a pivotal role in steering the naval engineering aspects of projects, ensuring they are completed on schedule and within budget. Your responsibilities also include:

  • Designing and conducting hydrostatic, hydrodynamic, and structural analyses for Floating Production Storage and Offloading units (FPSOs).
  • Keep the Project Engineer updated on progress, challenges, and any technical risks, promptly addressing concerns as they arise.
  • Handle inquiries from various stakeholders—such as Site personnel, clients, certifying authorities, and subcontractors—swiftly and efficiently.
  • Collaborate with a team or take the lead, guiding fellow Naval Architects and Designers.
  • Depending on project needs, you may also undertake tasks internationally or at the shipyard, bringing your expertise where it's needed most.

Job requirements

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Naval Architecture or Offshore Engineering.
  • Experience: 8+ years in the offshore industry, with a focus on larger and more challenging FPSO projects.
  • Leadership Skills: Proven ability to organize project scopes and lead a team effectively.
  • Technical Expertise: Strong experience in hydrostatic, hydrodynamic, finite element, and fatigue analysis (critical and essential for this role).
  • Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with relevant international design codes and Class regulations, standard for senior positions in this field.
  • Communication Skills: Proficient in English, both verbally and in writing, for effective collaboration and reporting.

Conditions

Could this role be your next career step? Apply now and let's discuss the opportunity in detail.

Depending on the professional and personal situation, the role comes with an attractive remuneration package. We would like to explain the offer in a personal conversation.

Please reach out to April Ozen || +31 (0)6 24 896 009 || aozen@middlepoint.nl


This position is based in our client’s beautiful and conveniently located office in Hoofddorp, The Netherlands.

Company Profile

Our client  is a prominent service provider in the global offshore industry, specializing in top-tier floating production units and infrastructure. The company's primary focus involves the development, engineering, and construction of offshore installations. A significant aspect of their business is the operation of floating oil production systems, leading to the establishment of two branches: one dedicated to technical projects and another to operations. 

While project management and execution take place at the main office in the Netherlands, operational support and management are extended to installations operating worldwide. The organization is distinguished by its robust technological orientation and commitment to achieving operational excellence.

This family-owned business provides a working environment characterized by the dedicated commitment of colleagues and opportunities for personal development, shaping the way individuals engage in their tasks.