naval architect

Naval architects may perform the following tasks:

prepare preliminary designs by consulting with clients such as ship owners, ship builders, shipping organisations and maritime research institutes
estimate the initial vessel construction costs and lifetime running costs of a vessel
work out the most suitable type and size for a vessel and make sure that proposed designs meet performance and cost requirements
determine the proportions and shape of the hull (body) of the vessel
design accommodation and cargo areas
make calculations relating to the structural and mechanical aspects of design, construction and repair
make calculations relating to the stability of the vessel, and prepare the stability book to go on board the vessel for the use of the master and officers
supervise other people who prepare detailed designs, specifications and building contracts
coordinate the work of other engineers
obtain plan approval and supervise construction work
plan, supervise and evaluate dockside and sea trials of the vessel
survey vessels
organise repairs and modifications to vessels
research efficient ways for vessels to move through water
provide risk assessment and claims management for insurance.
Specialisations:

Naval architects may specialise in structure and design, management, cost calculations, manufacturing processes, research, mechanical practices, hydrodynamics and hydrostatics, stability, propulsion, and systems engineering.

Naval architects work in a variety of places from drawing offices to shipyards and on board for sea trials.

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