Structural Designers

Genoa Design International•Mount Pearl, NL

About The Position

We’re seeking dedicated and experienced Structural Designers, of all levels, to join our Design & Consulting team in supporting innovative shipbuilding and marine engineering projects! Whether you’re launching your career or bringing years of expertise, you’ll collaborate with a passionate team, work with cutting-edge tools, and play a hands-on role in bringing ambitious designs to life with accuracy, creativity, and impact. At Genoa, founded in 1995 and a leader in production design and 3D modelling services for the shipbuilding and offshore industries, we believe success is built by people who are passionate, curious, and committed to excellence. Proudly supporting major initiatives like Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS) and commercial projects across North America, we foster an environment where collaboration drives innovation, learning and development are continuous, and every team member plays a vital role in shaping our future.

Requirements

Technical diploma or degree in a relevant field (naval architecture, marine engineering) or a combination of education and experience.
Marine design experience in structure, distributed/marine systems, or a combination of both.
Experience working directly with regulatory bodies and classification societies.
Proficient in 3D model development, design modifications, and general arrangement drawing production.
Ability to redline, annotate, and draft for new ship construction and refit projects.
Strong ability to read and interpret technical specifications and drawings.
Familiarity with AutoCAD and ShipConstructor.
Hands-on experience working with 3D product models for new ship construction and/or refit projects.
Must be either a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of AVEVA, Cadmatic, Foran, or other ship design software is an asset.
Exposure to a shipyard or production environment would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Create and modify 3D Hull, structure and outfit models, fabrication drawings and drafting support according to project scope for structure and distributive systems.
Ensure a level of quality control for project work in accordance with Genoa’s quality management system.
Compliance of 3D models with regulatory standards, classification rules (DNV, Lloyds/GL, etc.), design guidelines, and client-specific standards.
Interpret technical, detail design and construction drawings related to the 3D model structural design and/or distributed systems.
Taking on additional duties as required to support the team and organization.