Naval Architect - Weight Control & Stability Support

Role Overview

Naval Architect - Weight Control & Stability Support at Sunreef Yachts. This is a shipyard-based role combining office engineering work with hands-on involvement across multiple yacht projects.

Role Purpose

Maintain accurate weight data and support stability calculations throughout the yacht design, production, and delivery lifecycle. Develop and implement structured weight-control processes, track project weight against approved budgets, and identify deviations that impact vessel performance and certification.

Key Responsibilities

Weight Management & Tracking

• Prepare and maintain weight calculations, weight reports, and weight budgets for each project.
• Track project weight development against the approved lightship weight budget.
• Follow each project series and build number throughout production to maintain a clear overview of weight status and progress.
• Build and maintain a central database of equipment, materials, and verified component weights.

Data Collection & Coordination

• Collect and coordinate weight input from Engineering, Production, Procurement, Composite Department, and suppliers.
• Follow up actively with departments and suppliers to obtain accurate technical information.

Production Oversight

• Perform regular weight measurements during the production process.
• Inspect construction progress and take measurements onboard.
• Verify production execution against drawings, plans, and composite construction details where relevant to weight control.
• Identify deviations during production and assess their impact on vessel weight, stability, and performance.

Engineering Support

• Support stability calculations, performance predictions, and certification-related calculations.
• Develop practical procedures, templates, and reporting tools for weight control across future projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a related field.
• Good understanding of composite materials and yacht construction.
• Strong understanding of naval architecture principles, including stability, hydrodynamics, and basic structural analysis.
• Experience with weight control, stability, or production follow-up is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD, Rhino, SolidWorks, or similar.
• Strong Excel skills for calculations, tracking sheets, databases, and reporting.
• Experience with Maxsurf Stability or similar stability software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in calculations.
• Clear communication skills with technical and production teams.
• Practical mindset with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Additional Information

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on innovative and sustainable projects.
• Supportive and growth-oriented work environment.
• Exposure to international standards and advanced technologies.
• Regular visits to production areas and shipyard required.