Lead Naval Architect - Conceptual Design 

Join us and be part of a team of established ship designers, working with state-of-the-art vessel designs in various segments. In our team there is a high focus on teamwork and inclusiveness, helping each other succeed. We also have a core team of supporting specialists with long experience and in-depth skills and competence, enabling and amplifying the Lead Naval Architect capacity. We succeed as a team!

Working as a Lead Designer in Vard Conceptual Design, you will be Vard’s technical point of contact towards our clients in the conceptual phase, working with them to create the solutions right for their need, also collaborating closely with our Sales department in order to optimize the ship design.

At VARD we care about nurturing talents and embracing diverse strengths, giving everyone the opportunity to develop and grow. Join us and be part of a community that celebrates your skills, and where together we are shaping the future of shipbuilding.

So – what are your skills?

Candidates will be evaluated continuously. If you find this position interesting, do not hesitate to apply!

Main responsibilities

• Be a lead designer in Vard Conceptual Design and create the right solution for the clients needs
• Optimize ship design
• Be the technical point of contact towards clients and our sales department
• Project mangement in the conceptual phase project
• Working closely with the other stakeholders in Vard
• Collaborate with our Research and innovation department, bringing new solutions and technology into the ship design, working towards zero emissions

Some travel is to be expected in the position, visiting and participating in workshops with clients.

Qualifications

• Relevant higher education, i.e. Naval Architecture, Engineering
• Knowledge of certain vessel segments is an advantage
• Being able to express yourself fluently in English (both written and spoken)

VARD works systematically for inclusion and diversity and encourage everyone to apply, even if your competence does not match 100% the above.

Personal qualities

• You are a dedicated and a creative person
• You work both well in teams and independently
• You have strong ability to execute
• You have good commercial awareness and communication skills
• You enjoy working in a dynamic environment with focus on contributing also to the social interactions in the team
• You identify yourself with the VARD values Craftmanship, Salesmanship and Fellowship
  

We offer

• A good working environment with exciting and important tasks in an international environment
• Competitive pension scheme and insurance package
• Subsidized lunch in the office canteen
• Subsidized membership at the gym
• Occupational health service
• Flexible work from home policy
• Free mobile phone usage and subsidized internet at home
• Central office location and free parking
• We understand the importance of continuous learning and we strive to give you the chance to gain new skills and further develop your career

Vard recognizes the importance of having fun at work, this is why with VARD Social you will have the chance to bond with colleagues through new experiences and shared interests. The social offer varies throughout the year and includes activities like 'walk and talk' during lunch hours, fjord cruises, cooking lessons, go karting, football practices and wine tasting, just to name a few.

With the right blend of fun, expertise and hard work, we are creating ships for the future. Join us!

Contacts

Thomas Olsvik, Vice President Conceptual Design, +47 416 69 802

Location

Skansekaia 2

6002 ÅLESUND

Key information:

Employer: Vard Design AS



Reference number: 4807790922

Percentage of full-time: 100%

Regular