AddressJob Description/ Job Responsibilities :
Job post demands a Naval Architect/Marine Engineer having experience of conversions, retrofit related design for ocean going marine vessel and offshore structure. It is required for the candidate to be a strategic leader who will be the key person in executing design projects for Ship related conversion and retrofits. The job profile requires a detailed understanding of ship related design processes, planning including scheduling, resource allocation and co-ordination with external parties.
His main role would be to act as a Project Manager for all conversion/retrofit related design works and ensure that project is completed within acceptable quality tolerance, schedule and budget. His responsibility will include:
1. Understanding the design requirement of a conversion/retrofit job scope from client
2. Segregate the job scope into various departments such as Concept Design, Stability Assessment, Structure Design, Basic Machinery Design, Detailed Design (Structures, Piping, Outfitting)
3. Allocate the job to each department in discussion with team leads
4. Monitor the health of project in terms of quality, technical correctness, schedule, cost etc.
5. Coordinate with Vendors for any outsourced works
6. Foresee any major challenges in project from technical as well as non-technical point of view and propose solution for same
7. Discuss and coordinate with client and accounts for additional scope, project closure, etc.
It is required that candidate should have sound knowledge of Naval Architectural principles and working knowledge of Ship’s machinery and piping system and very good experience of executing conversion and outfitting projects in the past. A good exposure and knowledge of marine equipment, class rules, IMO codes will be appreciated.
The work will involve regular interaction with internal design teams, client, class, regulatory bodies, shipyard, owners. A good communication skill and sound technical knowledge is desired.
Project Management & Coordination
- Understanding client requirement and Job scope preparation
- Project scheduling & monitoring
- Lead design team till project completion
- Client, shipyard, class interaction
- Use of Excel and MS Projects for project health monitoring
Design Profile:
- Engineering calculation related to Naval Architecture/Marine Design
- Ship Design (Naval Arch calculation) – New and Conversions/Retrofits
- Design innovation and Quality checking
Qualification :
Naval Architect /Mechanical/Marine (B. Tech or M. Tech) with 6-10 years of design experience in a reputed design firm, classification society etc.- Good practical knowledge of actual retrofit and installation.
Desired profile of the candidate :
- Naval Architect/Mech Engg/Marine Engg with well rounded experience of conversion and retrofit related design in all spheres including Ships concept design, stability, statutory, structures, Detailed engineering ( structure, piping, outfittin) and Machinery
- Sound experience of working in a reputed Naval Architectural design firm or classification society plan approval office.
- Should have experience of handling a team of 3-4 people
- Very strong interpersonal skills and communication skills.
