Role and Core Responsibilities:
- Hull Design: Developing the structural design of ship hulls, considering factors like strength, weight, hydrostatics, and hydrodynamics.
- Structural Analysis: Conducting structural analysis to ensure the hull can withstand various loads and environmental conditions.
- Material Selection: Selecting appropriate materials for hull construction based on strength, weight, and corrosion resistance.
- Production Planning: Coordinating with production teams to ensure accurate construction of the hull.
- Quality Control: Implementing quality control measures to maintain structural integrity.
- Repair and Maintenance: Overseeing the repair and maintenance of ship hulls.
- Class and Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring compliance with classification society rules and regulations.
- Cost Estimation: Providing cost estimates for hull construction and repair.
Key Skills
- Hydrostatics and Hydrodynamics: Understanding the interaction of ships with water.
- Structural Mechanics: Applying structural engineering principles to ship design.
- Finite Element Analysis (FEA): Using FEA software to analyze hull structures.
- Welding and Fabrication: Knowledge of welding techniques and fabrication processes.
- Corrosion Prevention: Implementing measures to protect the hull from corrosion.
Openings for Freshers and Experienced > YES
Companies
- Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) – Specializes in shipbuilding and the design of naval vessels, including hull and structural engineering.
- Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) – Engages in the construction and engineering of naval and defense ships, including hull and structural systems.
- Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) – Involved in the design and construction of ships, including hull design and structural integrity.
- Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Defence – Develops and integrates defense systems, including the design and engineering of ship hulls and structures.
- Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) – Provides engineering solutions, including ship and hull systems and related technologies for defense applications.
Subjects
- Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering – Understanding the principles of ship design, including hull form, stability, and structural integrity specific to marine environments.
- Structural Mechanics – Knowledge of structural analysis techniques, including stress, strain, and load-bearing capacity of hull structures.
- Hydrodynamics – Proficiency in the study of fluid dynamics related to hull performance, including resistance, propulsion, and stability in various sea conditions.
Software
- ShipConstructor / Autodesk Revit – For 3D modeling and design of ship structures, including hull construction and integration with other ship systems.
- ANSYS – For finite element analysis (FEA) and structural simulations to assess the strength, stability, and integrity of hull structures under various conditions.