naval architect

Description

Naval architects design, build, maintain and repair all types of boats from pleasure crafts to naval vessels, including submarines. They analyse floating structures and take various features into account for their designs such as the form, structure, stability, resistance, access and propulsion of hulls.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

Practical Skills

analyse ship operations ensure vessel compliance with regulations assess structural integrity of ship for maritime usage execute feasibility study assess financial viability execute analytical mathematical calculations analyse stress resistance of products perform test run use specific data analysis software install mechatronic equipment design automation components integrate new products in manufacturing use CAM software test mechatronic units adjust engineering designs install automation components create technical plans develop energy saving concepts draft design specifications promote innovative infrastructure design analyse energy consumption analyse production processes for improvement assemble mechatronic units utilise machine learning use CAD software control production design prototypes maintain robotic equipment ensure compliance with environmental legislation assess environmental impact assemble sensors ensure integrity of hull operate battery test equipment conduct energy audit inspect construction of ships record test data test sensors promote sustainable energy perform scientific research conduct performance tests perform data mining analyse test data use maritime English develop waste management processes identify energy needs simulate mechatronic design concepts analyse big data