Duncan & Ross
HULL OUTFITTING DESIGNER (CS)
Provides construction support (CS) for hull outfitting on marine and shipbuilding projects at Ras Al Khair: revising 2D production drawings and 3D models, resolving technical queries, and supporting shipyard production teams. Core tooling is marine 3D design software, preferably AVEVA Marine / Hull & Outfitting.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Ras Al Khair, Saudi Arabia
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Design
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or equivalent engineering discipline
- 5–10 years of relevant experience in hull outfitting design within marine, shipbuilding, shipyard, or offshore vessel projects
- Hands-on experience in Construction Support (CS), shipyard production support, and production drawing modifications
- Strong experience in hull outfitting arrangements, deck equipment layouts, access systems, platforms, ladders, handrails, doors, hatches, and associated components
- Proficiency in marine 3D design software, preferably AVEVA Marine / Hull & Outfitting, or other shipbuilding CAD software accepted by the client
- Experience preparing and modifying 2D production drawings, 3D models, fabrication drawings, and installation drawings
- Good understanding of hull structure interfaces, outfitting component installation, fabrication practices, and shipyard production requirements
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, shop drawings, technical specifications, vendor documentation, and production mark-ups
- Experience resolving technical queries (TQs) and supporting shipyard production teams during fabrication and installation
- Familiarity with marine classification requirements, applicable shipbuilding standards, and project specifications
- Experience coordinating with Hull Structure, Machinery Outfitting, Piping, HVAC, and other engineering disciplines
- Strong technical problem-solving, drawing interpretation, coordination, and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a project-driven engineering and shipyard production environment
Nice to have
- Experience in new-build shipbuilding projects, offshore vessels, FPSOs, or similar marine engineering projects
- Exposure to international shipyards, marine EPC contractors, or multidisciplinary engineering environments
Full description
We are seeking an experienced Hull Outfitting Designer (Construction Support – CS) for marine and shipbuilding projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing design and technical support to shipyard production teams, resolving hull outfitting-related issues, updating production drawings, and ensuring design accuracy, constructability, and compliance with project specifications and applicable marine standards.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide construction and production support for hull outfitting activities in marine and shipbuilding projects.
- Prepare, review, and revise hull outfitting design deliverables, including:
- Hull outfitting arrangement and layout drawings
- Deck outfitting arrangements and equipment layouts
- Ladders, platforms, walkways, handrails, and access arrangements
- Doors, hatches, manholes, and other hull outfitting components
- Foundations, supports, brackets, and equipment seating arrangements
- Mooring, anchoring, and deck equipment arrangements, where applicable
- Production, fabrication, and installation drawings
- 2D drawings and 3D models for hull outfitting components
- Review shop drawings and production information to identify discrepancies and resolve design-related issues.
- Provide technical support to shipyard production teams for hull outfitting fabrication, assembly, and installation activities.
- Resolve technical queries (TQs), drawing discrepancies, and production-related design issues.
- Incorporate engineering changes, production feedback, and redline mark-ups into drawings and 3D models.
- Coordinate with Hull Structure, Machinery Outfitting, Piping, HVAC, Electrical, and other engineering disciplines to ensure proper design integration and avoid clashes.
- Verify the compatibility of outfitting components with hull structures, deck arrangements, access requirements, and installation constraints.
- Review vendor drawings, equipment specifications, and technical documentation related to hull outfitting components.
- Ensure design deliverables comply with project specifications, applicable marine standards, classification requirements, and shipyard construction practices.
- Support constructability reviews and identify potential fabrication, installation, and access-related issues before execution.
- Maintain updated production drawings, design records, and technical documentation in accordance with project procedures.
- Coordinate with engineering teams, vendors, and production personnel to ensure timely resolution of design issues.
- Support as-built drawing updates and incorporate final production modifications, where required.
- Ensure design deliverables are completed within agreed project schedules and quality requirements.