Naval Architect – Commercial Vessels

Saronic•Austin, TX

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About The Position

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. We are seeking talented and motivated Naval Architects to assist in developing autonomous commercial vessel designs from concept to production (Containerships, Roll-on/Roll-off, Tankers, Bulk Carrier, or other types of commercial vessels). This role will provide hands-on experience in traditional naval architecture and advanced autonomous technologies, driving impact in shipping and maritime innovation.

Requirements

Must be a âU.S. Personâ: U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, and certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Bachelorâs degree or higher in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or a related field.
Ability to work at speed and support quick turnaround trade studies, highly attentive to schedule-driven design freezes.
Clear communicator with both engineering and non-engineering stakeholders.
Strong fundamentals in core naval architecture principles and proficiency with industry-standard tools, including one or more of the following:
Hull form and hydrostatics (e.g., Rhino3D, Orca3D)
Hydrodynamics and seakeeping (e.g., Proteus DS / ShipMo3D, StarCCM+, Simerics)
Stability and load case analysis tools (e.g. GHS)
Structural analysis FEA and FEM interfaces (e.g. FEMAP)
Systems and structures drawing tools (e.g. AutoCAD, Siemens NX)
Working knowledge with energy efficiency measures (EEDI/EEXI, CII, hull optimization, hybrid power, alternative fuels, wind-assist)
Senior Naval Architect: 5+ years of experience.
Staff Naval Architect: 15+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct one or more of the following tasks with a high level of proficiency:
Hull form development and optimization.
Resistance, power and speed predictions.
Functional design and general arrangement development.
Stability analysis and loading manuals (IMO and USCG requirements).
Hydrodynamic analysis (hydrodynamic properties, seakeeping, motions and accelerations).
Propulsion and powerplant (conventional and non-conventional).
Ship systems design (specifications, arrangement, P&IDâs).
Global ship structural design (hull girder strength and global loads, fatigue and service life assessment).
Local ship structural design (cargo holds, hatch covers, top-side structures, general outfitting).
Prepare regulatory submissions according to USA-flag and international maritime regulations (USCG, IMO conventions, ABS, LR, DNVâ¦etc.).
Collaborate with other engineers to support CAD modeling, weight management, and the integration of autonomous navigation and control systems into vessel designs.
Participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions for new and existing vessel concepts.
Support documentation, technical writing, and preparation of reports for internal use and client presentations.
Research and stay updated on new developments in naval architecture, autonomous technology, and commercial shipping trends and innovation.

Benefits

Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the companyâs success
Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office