Naval Architect

About Us

Quick Release (QR_) is an engineering and product data management consultancy with a global footprint and a local focus. Our teams deliver complex, high-impact projects across the product development lifecycle — from concept through to delivery — in sectors including Automotive, Aerospace & Defence, Energy, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, and the Public Sector.

At QR_, our engineers and analysts are embedded within client teams, solving real-world challenges with precision, energy, and technical excellence. We're proud of the work we do and the trust we've earned — from innovative start-ups to industry leaders.

As we expand our presence in Australia, we're looking to grow our team with passionate problem-solvers who are excited by collaboration, continuous learning, and driving meaningful change. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

QR_ is a subsidiary of ALTEN Group, a global leader in engineering and technology consulting, with over 54,000 employees across 30+ countries.

QR_ is currently expanding its activity in Australia and we are looking for a Naval Architect to join our Melbourne team.

Responsibilities:

• Engage in structural and naval systems design for defence vessels
• perform first principle structural calculations, hydrodynamics, stability and seakeeping analyses
• Develop and review engineering technical documentation
• Liaise and collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams and external stakeholders on project deliverables
• Participate in technical investigations including root cause analysis and solution identification
• Engage in project planning and administration including Design Review meetings with clients

Must have:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Naval Architecture, Structural, Mechanical, or equivalent)
• At least 2+ years of experience in a Naval Architecture or marine engineering function
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including proficiency in FEA, CAD and engineering software packages
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders and operate autonomously
• Ability to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance (Baseline Clearance minimum)
• Proven experience in naval design, maintenance, and operation of maritime systems

Nice to have:

• Previous experience in the Australian Defence maritime environment
• Proficiency in MicroStation, ANSYS or similar

Location:

Melbourne, VIC

Perks of role:

• Join a team that listens to your input
• A light-hearted culture
• Join a fast-paced team with opportunities to build your career
• Develop your talent and progress your career with training, mentoring and support, plus a strong focus on well-being and work-life balance
• 24 days of Annual Leave plus Sick Leave and Long Service Leave
• Yearly away and team bonding trips

What we offer you:

Every individual is equally valuable in building tomorrow's world today at Alten/QR_. We meet future challenges by supporting our clients' projects and enabling our people to reach their full potential. We do so by offering technological challenges, fulfilling opportunities, inspiring togetherness and the possibility to contribute to a sustainable future.

We are convinced that your development is driven by your passion. By being active in several different industries, we can offer a wide range of assignments and an opportunity to influence both the world around you and your own development.

We value diversity:

We take pride in our diversity; we respect and value multiple approaches and points of view. We challenge inequality in all its forms, in others, and especially in ourselves. We're not perfect, but we want to be better and do better. We are fully committed to this in our actions as well as in our words.

As an equal opportunities' employer, Quick Release will never discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background, marital status, or disability status.

Our culture is created less by what we do and more by who we are. When people ask what our team is about, we point to our core values: Be bold. Be the best. We dare to be different, bringing positivity, a new approach and a fresh perspective to every challenge. Our talented people and their shared values are our most valuable assets, and the reason why we built QR into the global business it is today.