Naval Architect

Requisition ID:300748

• Relocation Authorized:National - Family
• Telework Type:Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Sugar Land, TX

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Job Summary:

Bechtel is seeking a qualified Naval Architect to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will support structural module and critical cargo load-out, transportation, and offloading operations; grillage and lashing design, quayside temporary mooring design, and simple structural design and calculation - stands, ramps, transport beams, etc.

In this role, you will work as part of a self-perform heavy transportation and barging team. This position will report to the teams Lead Naval Architect and give additional engineering capacity to the team as the scope of work grows. The role will also work closely with Transport Engineers to develop barge layout and confirm feasibility or planned execution.

Major Responsibilities:

• Strong understanding of vessel stability, ballasting, trim, intact and damaged stability assessments.
• Experience with module and heavy-cargo loadout, transportation, float-off, and roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) operations.
• Experience in grillage, sea-fastening, lashing, transport frame, and temporary mooring system design.
• Working knowledge of marine warranty survey (MWS) requirements and approval processes.
• Ability to develop and review engineering calculations, technical specifications, lifting and transportation procedures.
• Ability to support field operations, construction sites, fabrication yards, ports, and marine terminals as required.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited university.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in naval architecture, marine transportation, offshore/marine engineering, or heavy-lift logistics.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

* Experience supporting LNG, offshore, energy, or major infrastructure projects.
* Experience coordinating with marine contractors, transport contractors, heavy-lift operators, and classification societies.
* Experience with motion analysis, mooring analysis, and marine operations risk assessments.
* Familiarity with marine industry codes and standards such as DNV-ST-N001, DNV-RP-H103, DNV-RP-C205, PIANC, OCIMF, and applicable IMO requirements.
* Working knowledge of GHS, Optimoor, Safetrans, or similar marine analysis software.
* Hands-on experience developing barge layouts for cargo, grillage, and lashing using AutoCAD.
* Experience with simple structural design and manual hand calculations.

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