Naval Architect

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for helping to guide the design of recreational sport and fishing watercraft. This position plays a key role in ensuring that all watercraft designs meet performance goals and comply with applicable safety and regulatory standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work closely with WRMG New Product Development Brand Managers, Industrial Designers, Marine Engineers, and Compliance Staff to ensure proper scantling development and performance for a wide range of aluminum and fiberglass watercraft. 
• In-depth knowledge of design and regulatory guidelines including: ISO, DNV, GL, ABS, ABYC, CE and USCG.
• Provide expertise in weight analysis and CG prediction, hull form development, waterline prediction, hydrostatics, speed prediction, propulsion, resistance estimates and stability analysis.
• Provide expertise in simulation driven design optimization via Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Fluid Structure Interaction (FSI).
• Provide expertise in raw material selection and usage in composite structural design and manufacturing operations.
• Plan and execute verification and validation testing programs through the WRMG Engineering Laboratory and outside entities.
• Provide professional support for dealerships and customers
• All Other Duties As Assigned

Required Qualifications

• B.S. or higher in Naval Architecture with current PE License in Naval Architecture.
• B.S or higher in Mechanical/Marine Engineering with relevant marine design experience and current PE License in Naval Architecture will also be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as practicing Naval Architect in recreational marine industry.
• Previous experience with hydrostatic analysis software (Rhino/Orca3D preferred).
• Previous experience with CAD and FEA of marine structures (CATIA/SIMULIA preferred).
• Previous experience with CFD analysis of high-speed planing watercraft.
• Previous experience and familiarity with marine composite manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical capabilities and attention to detail. Excellent written and communications skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project and statistical analysis software.

Desired Qualifications

• Boating enthusiast with at least 10 years of experience owning and operating watercraft.
• Strong desire to advance the state of the art in recreational watercraft design.
• Ability to multi-task and manage several projects simultaneously.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:   10%

Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis.

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer.  Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [email protected].

White River Marine Group