Senior Naval Architect/Marine Engineer

About the company

The client of ours is a globally recognized boats manufacturer, known for innovation, durability, and performance. As part of their strategic growth, they are establishing the Professional Rescue & Tactical Division, dedicated to serving government and public safety sectors including law enforcement, fire services, and rescue organizations.

They are now looking for a Naval Architect to be based in Singapore. This is a unique opportunity to play a foundational role in building the presence in Singapore and shaping a new division focused on mission-critical vessels. You will be involved in the design, engineering, and development of professional-grade vessels, supporting both new builds and modifications of existing platforms. The role requires close collaboration with internal stakeholders and external design partners to deliver high-performance, compliant, and mission-ready boats.

Role Overview

You will be involved in the design, engineering, and development of professional-grade vessels, supporting both new builds and modifications of existing platforms. The role requires close collaboration with internal stakeholders and external design partners to deliver high-performance, compliant, and mission-ready boats.

Key Responsibilities

Vessel Design & Development

· Contribute to the design and development of new professional vessels for government and rescue applications

· Adapt and customize existing boat platforms to meet operational and mission-specific requirements

· Collaborate with external naval architects, design agencies, and engineering partners

· Support the integration of specialized equipment for law enforcement, firefighting, and rescue missions

Engineering & Analysis

· Conduct structural assessments and scantling calculations using tools such as HullScant or similar

· Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to validate structural integrity

· Utilize hydrodynamic and performance prediction software

· Ensure compliance with relevant marine standards, including ISO 12215 and ISO 12217

3D Modeling & Documentation

· Create and maintain detailed 3D CAD models of vessels and components

· Produce engineering drawings and technical documentation for manufacturing and certification

· Assist in prototyping, testing, and validation processes

Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Participate in technical discussions with external partners and certification authorities

Requirements

· Degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline

· Hands-on experience performing Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

· Proficiency in 3D CAD software

· Experience with naval architecture and analysis tools

· Strong knowledge of marine design standards including ISO 12215 and ISO 12217

· Experience working on professional, commercial, or mission-specific vessels is advantageous

· Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams

Why Join Us

· Work on impactful vessels supporting public safety and emergency response

· Collaborate with international experts and design partners

· Engage in technically meaningful engineering projects

Morgan McKinley Pte Ltd

Kailey Lee

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