Purpose/Summary:
The MSV Naval Architect is responsible for developing alteration, modification, conversion and technical solutions and upgrades for the MSV program.
The MSV Naval Architect work location is in corporate office in Norfolk, Virginia. The MSV Naval Architect performs periodic travel to the ship or other locations as required. On occasion, such as special projects, the MSV Naval Architect may have other company personnel reporting into him or her in the form of a cross functional team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop solutions for changes, alterations, modifications, upgrades and conversions pertaining to the MSV program.
- Actively develop work specifications, drawings, and technical information to enable contractors to quote, and regulatory agencies to review, requested modifications.
- Complete engineering, mechanical, naval architecture engineering, finite element analysis, loading conditions, etc., required to support the MSV program.
- Complete 2D and 3D CAD production engineering drawings and one-line design drawings for MSV program ship system alterations, modifications, upgrades and conversions including, but not limited to, structural, pipe, electrical, ventilation, etc.
- Complete photo-realistic renderings of MSV program ships, systems and components, as required.
- Be an advocate for shipboard safety, the company safety culture and actively support timely attention to any safety issue.
- Act on continuous improvement initiatives with timely attention and completion in a cost-efficient manner.
- Perform other position related duties as specified by management.
- Support company commitment to safety and other selected standards and certifications
- Responsible for meeting the requirements and deadlines in preparation of shipyard specifications, selection of vendors, and optimal utilization of ship's force during the shipyard period.
Support the Program Manager and MSV General Manager as required.