Deck Equipment Design Engineer

Established in 2002 by Francis Lapp in Gdansk – Poland, Sunreef Yachts is a world leading shipyard specializing in the design and construction of bespoke luxury catamarans and multihull superyachts. The company has shipyards in Gdansk, Poland and Ras al Khamiah, UAE, with offices in Gdansk, Dubai, Istanbul, and Florida. Sunreef Yachts focuses on avant-gardist technology for sustainable yachting and custom-tailored yachts for discerning customers worldwide.

• Experience in designing steel structures and equipment for ships or yachts, including prototype elements
• Knowledge of strength of materials, kinematic system design, and metal processing technologies (stainless steel, carbon steel, aluminum)
• Proficiency in 2D documentation for classification requirements for ships or yachts – ability to create, review, and supervise the work of other engineers in both technical and workshop design
• Knowledge of welding, including welding technologies and quality requirements relevant to the design and certification of steel structures
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD (or similar software)
• Strong communication skills and English proficiency (minimum B2/C1) enabling daily technical collaboration with clients and external partners

Nice to have:

• Ability to perform FEM (Finite Element Method) calculations

• Developing design solutions and selecting deck equipment
• Creating and supervising 3D and 2D technical documentation (classification, workshop, and procurement) in compliance with Classification Societies’ rules and contractual requirements
• Analyzing production non-conformities and optimizing design processes in terms of productivity, cost, and compliance with design assumptions
• Cross-disciplinary coordination and technical alignment with representatives of Classification Societies, suppliers, and subcontractors, including participation in project and interdepartmental meetings
• Reporting project progress and design issues