REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in yacht or vessel design and construction.
• Deep knowledge of marine-grade materials, buoyancy, hydrostatics, and floating structures.
• Familiarity with UAE marine regulations and authority approvals.
• Proficiency in tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Rhino, or similar CAD/FEA software.
• Strong technical documentation and report writing skills.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Worked on floating restaurants, houseboats, or leisure vessels.
• Experience with pontoon platforms, modular structures, or barge-style builds.
• DMCA/Classification society liaison experience.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are looking for an experienced Marine or Structural Engineer to lead the technical engineering aspects of a hospitality-based yacht project in Dubai Marina. This is not a traditional yacht — it includes restaurant spaces, guest lounges, jet ski docking, and entertainment zones. The ideal candidate will ensure the vessel’s design, materials, and construction meet structural, stability, and regulatory requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform structural calculations, load analysis, and stability checks of the yacht platform.
• Work closely with the concept designer and fabricators to convert 3D concepts into executable engineering drawings.
• Recommend and approve appropriate materials, construction techniques, and marine systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, bilge, etc.)
• Ensure the yacht complies with Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA), UAE Coast Guard, and international maritime safety standards (SOLAS, ABS, etc.).
• Inspect and supervise construction, welding, hull assembly, anchoring systems, and propulsion integration (if applicable).
• Design and/or validate jet ski bay and boarding structures for safety and function.
• Provide risk analysis, maintenance projections, and durability recommendations.
• Coordinate with classification societies and marine consultants as needed.