Glosten is a naval architecture and marine engineering firm that has served the marine industry for over 65 years. We work in teams to accomplish exciting projects in a stimulating, fast-paced, and collegial environment. We are an employee-owned company drawn to unique and challenging marine projects. We have grown steadily and deliberately to a team of 120 employees who are ready to solve complex problems and think outside the box. We continuously strive to improve our business practices and technical performance to better serve the industry. We believe the secret to our success is our talented team and our culture of mutual respect and cooperation.
Job Description
We are seeking a talented Naval Architect ready to apply practical engineering skills to design new vessels, develop modifications to improve existing vessels, navigate an increasingly complex regulatory framework, and help clients solve unique problems in marine environments.
We are looking for candidates who:
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Are passionate about the maritime industry.
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Thrive in a culture of collaboration, innovation, and integrity.
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Embrace a philosophy of client service by solving real-world problems clients face in the maritime industry, supporting their best interests and building lasting partnerships through reliable service and dependable solutions.
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Are motivated to identify and pursue internal and external professional growth opportunities, including areas outside their specific discipline.
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Demonstrate excellent written, verbal, and graphical communication.
Responsibilities:
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Apply specific technical knowledge of hydrostatics, stability, and structural analyses.
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Understand and apply knowledge of the maritime regulatory guidance, field work (shipchecking and shipboard systems performance surveys), shipyard practices, and contract specifications.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture or equivalent experience with a background in marine structures, hydrostatics, and hydrodynamics.
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Engineer-in-Training certification is preferred.
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Familiarity with AutoCAD, Rhino3D, GHS, Python, and Microsoft Office software packages.
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Excellent communication skills. Communication is a highly valuable skill at Glosten, as we frequently collaborate in inter-disciplinary teams and must convey complex ideas clearly and concisely to clients and other project stakeholders.
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Strong technical writing, teamwork abilities, time management, and problem solving skills.
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Must be authorized to work in the United States. Due to project restrictions, Glosten will only consider applicants with unrestricted access to work in the United States or those eligible for TN visas.
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Some travel and fieldwork are required. Some project assignments may require a valid driver's license, TWIC card, and/or current passport.
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This position is based in one of our office locations (Seattle, WA; Bellingham, WA; or Providence, RI).
Glosten offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental coverage, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, bonus and profit-sharing plans, and a 401(k) plan.
Glosten is proud to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Glosten does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, handicap, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all associates. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions.
We encourage women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for this position.
Visit our website (www.glosten.com) and our social media pages to learn more about who we are, our projects and clients, and what is happening at Glosten.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants must submit the following items in order to be considered for a position:
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Cover letter
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Resume
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Transcripts (either official or unofficial will be accepted)
APPLICANTS MISSING ANY DOCUMENTATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
