Marine Engineer

Job Description
We are seeking a Marine Engineer or Naval Architect to own the design, analysis, and deployment of our smart buoy platform. This is a highly interdisciplinary role focused on hydrodynamics, station-keeping, structural design, and real-world ocean performance.

You will lead the development of a dynamically positioning system that supports AUV docking, offshore charging, and data transfer, operating reliably in challenging sea states. This role is ideal for a strong graduate, Master's student, or PhD candidate looking for hands-on ownership of a full ocean system, from concept through field deployment.

RESPONSIBILITIES


Buoy & System Design

• Design and develop MOBY's smart buoy platform for offshore deployment
• Own hull form, structural layout, and subsystem integration (power, comms, docking interface)

Hydrodynamics & Seakeeping

• Perform seakeeping analysis to evaluate buoy motion response across sea states
• Model and optimize system behavior for docking stability and operational uptime
• Analyze wave-body interactions and minimize relative motion for subsea operations

Mooring

• Design and analyze mooring systems for various deployment environments
• Perform load analysis for mooring lines, anchors, and structural components

Powering & Dynamic Positioning

• Estimate power requirements for station-keeping, onboard systems, and charging
• Support development of station-keeping strategies
• Work closely with controls/software teams on DP integration

Modeling & Simulation

• Build and maintain CAD models (Rhino or similar)
• Perform simulations for hydrodynamics, loads, and system behavior
• Support rapid iteration between design and field validation

Field Testing & Operations

• Support offshore deployments and system validation
• Analyze field data to refine models and improve performance
• Contribute to operational planning and logistics

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree (or pursuing) in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or related field
• Strong fundamentals in hydrodynamics, stability, and marine systems design
• Experience with seakeeping and/or mooring analysis
• Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., Rhino or similar)
• Understanding of ocean environments and offshore operations
• Hands-on engineering mindset with ability to build, test, and debug systems

PREFERRED

• Graduate-level research (MS or PhD) in a relevant field
• Experience with:
• Mooring design tools (OrcaFlex, ProteusDS, etc.)
• Seakeeping analysis (WAMIT, AQWA, or similar)
• Small vessel or offshore system design
• Marine robotics
• Ocean deployments or field experience
• Dynamic positioning systems
• Marine power systems (batteries, solar, hybrid systems)
• Subsea systems and sensors (acoustic modems, CTD, imaging sonar)

Benefits

• Ownership of a critical ocean system from concept to deployment
• Competitive pay
• Hands-on work in real marine environments
• Rapid iteration between design, simulation, and field testing
• Small, highly technical team with broad system exposure
• Opportunity to shape next-generation ocean infrastructure