Naval architect

Also known as

Marine architect, marine designer, yacht designer, boat designer, naval engineer, ship designer

AUT programmes

• Maritime Engineering Majors - Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

Work environment

• Usually work regular business hours but may work extra hours
• Usually work in offices, workshops and shipyards, and may travel locally, nationally and internationally
• Need to be creative, accurate and methodical

Typical tasks

• Design ships, boats and yachts
• Oversee vessel building and repair
• Manage engineers and technicians
• Check equipment and systems
• Set project schedules
• Review documents
• Prepare contracts, disclosures and applications

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