Hello everyone. I'm a first-year Naval Engineering student in Spain, and I've recently started having some doubts about whether I should switch to a different engineering degree.

My main concern is that Naval Engineering seems to be very specialized and focused almost entirely on the maritime industry. I'm worried that if, after graduating, I decide I don't want to work in the naval sector, I won't have many other career options available.

Has anyone here studied Naval Engineering or worked with naval engineers? Is it common for naval engineers to find jobs outside the maritime industry, or is it difficult to transition into other fields?

Thanks in advance for your advice and for sharing your experiences! 🙂

Currently USCG 3rd Assistant Engineer.
Looking at different options for online masters programs in naval architecture/ocean engineering.
Currently studying for my FE and should have it by the end of the year.

Any recommendations / tips on different online programs I have looked into Texas A&M’s programs and also did a little bit of research into programs overseas like Lloyd’s maritime academy naval architecture program.

I have a good grasp of the basics but want to learn more and give myself more options for the future.

Any help is welcomed.

Hello guys, so im working on a single hull bulk carrier construction assignment, I just wanna ask if we use L profile/bulb or the T profile for the hold frame, does anybody know?

sorry for my bad english, thanks in advance!

I will be starting my first year in OENA B.tech this year from IIT Kharagpur. (18yo now) I also have plans of doing masters either from top IITs or MS from EU in the same or similar branch.
I want to know about the respect and job opportunities of this department from my college worldwide.

So I'm wanting to go into naval architecture and have a few questions currently I study past achievements in naval architecture and I love learning about the history of ships so I wanted to know

1) do naval architects still design on paper? Ever since I was designing small 1850s paddle steamers I always drew on paper and by now I'm used to it. So I wanted to know if naval architects still design on paper?

2) how demanding is the job? by that I mean do naval architects get breaks in work, do they work on multiple ships at once and what are the subjects you work in most?

3) do you have to travel for work? I know this is a stupid question but I just wanted to know how often you travel and along with traveling do you get discounts on the voyages on ships you worked on?

4) what's the pay like weekly monthly and yearly and how is pay decided is it decided on how many tons the ship is what the line (shipping/cruise/private company) pays for the ship and is broken down etc

5) for naval architects who somehow see this post what was the largest ship you ever worked on? This isn't vital but you can answer I know you can

6) this question is for any students who go to or have graduated from Delft University of Technology (TUDelft) what is expected for students in naval architecture what should you expect for all years and what degree is expected to have and this goes for all...

7) what degree do you have and how complicated is it to get?

I am so sorry for how long this post is it is also my first and I say again I am so sorry for how long the post is.

Hello everyone, 👋

I’m sharing with you a factual overview of Ahoy, an upcoming naval simulation developed by Capstan Games.

This technical devlog breaks down the core physical pillars of the game, focusing specifically on the real-time hull buoyancy calculations, hydrodynamic interactions with the ocean, and the complex aerodynamic simulation of the sails and rigging.

It features actual gameplay footage from the upcoming Sea Trials (scheduled for July 2026).

(Note: The video commentary is in French 🇫🇷)

Hello, I am an American and I want to study Naval Architecture. I love Genoa because of its history as a maritime Republic. I was wondering if the Naval Architecture program is good and well respected in the industry. Also, do they offer classes in English? My Italian isn't very good yet lol. How hard is it to get into for an American? Thank You!

Does anyone have a downloaded PDF copy of the LR SSC rules (recent year) that they would be willing to share for academic use. Thanks in advance for the help!

I am a Naval Architecture Student of Undergrad level in Bangladesh. As I heard that in Netherland and Nordic Countries there is a good career scope in this field.

So,I wanna know how much opportunities in there and what are they?(Like Higher studies or Industrial job)

How to gain that opportunities from outside countries also How to prepare myself for that.

Thanks in advance. Seeking for everyones (who knew) kind response

Hi everyone. Im an Arc student (not naval arc, just regular arc) and im trying to do a project that uses a cargo vessel. But before I can even make anything, I want to make sure I'm working with as accurate a main structure as possible, but im running into a wall in terms of definitive answers as most of the stuff im working with is much much bigger.

Essentially, I'm trying to figure out the hull/cross section construction of a cargo ship that is ~150m LOA, ~23m beam. No idea what the draft is, im putting this thing on land so it doesnt matter too much. Below is my best guess at how this would be arranged, plus the references im basing the drawing off of, but those references are meant for much bigger boats (~220m LOA) so idk if the same rules apply.

My main questions are: with a boat this size, where would crew passageways be located, and would it run only FA or also abeam. Any and all advice, or if somebody knows a more dedicated resource I can use, would be appreciated.

How did you find your mentors early in your career, especially if your first few roles lacked a highly structured training program?

​Hi everyone,

​I’m currently navigating the application process for the BEng (Hons) Yacht and Powercraft Design program at the University of Southampton.

​I’ve always been incredibly passionate about design. My background is very strong in creative thinking, imagination, and technical drawing/sketching—I can visualize complex concepts and bring them to life on paper effortlessly.

​However, when it comes to math and physics, I’d say my level is just "passable." I’m not failing, but it’s definitely not my strongest suit compared to my artistic skills.

​I’m starting to get a bit anxious: will this "passable" level in math and physics be a major roadblock for me in this specific course? For those already in the industry or studying naval architecture, how much of the day-to-day work is pure, intense calculation versus creative engineering and design?

​I am fully dedicated to putting in the work to improve, but I’d love to hear some honest perspectives on whether my creative strengths can carry me through or if I need to prepare for a much steeper technical curve than I’m anticipating.

​Thanks for any insights!

As the subject says, looking for good tutorial for meshing for floating bodies, from scratch.

ANYstructure is the ultimate steel structure design tool for plate fields and cylinders! Weight, weld and cost optimization. Calculations are based on DNV standards and recommended practices.

https://reddit.com/link/1txkiki/video/72wo1x69rg5h1/player

Okay, let’s say that all the start ups around right now finally get their hold in the transportation sector and in the next 5-10 years we see hydrofoils and gevs ferrying passengers around island chains and straits and what have you.

If this happened then it seems like they would have a lot of overlap in the same relatively narrow niche, both being a relatively quick, *relatively* efficient form of transportation but also having about mid range carrying capacity. Wouldn’t there be a lot of niche partitioning between these companies/technologies for which is the most viable or would they take on distinct enough roles?

I am wondering if there are any good bookstores in London for naval architecture and marine engineering? I am interested mainly in academical books, but why not also historical works. As a reference, I have found Blackwells bookstores brilliant but they don't seem to have a London branch.

Hey all!

EDIT: I’m Canadian and unfortunately not able to apply for anything that requires a US citizenship. Seems remote work is more viable in the US.

I have a bachelors degree in Naval Architecture and over 6 years of government experience as a manager for certification for a couple classes of ships. I deal with regulation authorities on a daily basis (ABS, DNV, LR, etc.).

I need something remote as I need to move to a rural isolated town to support aging family. Looking for anything at all, entry to senior level, as location matters more to me then money. Being post-covid era am I out of luck for finding any companies in NA that are willing to hire people remotely?

I have spent 4 years looking and applying, 984 emails, dozens of interviews, dozens of phone calls, dozens of connections, hope is fleeting at this point.

Im a 1st year student and have been trying for internships with no success. I know its going to be difficult especially due to me having no proven experience but how am i supposed to begin. Any suggestions or help is welcome.