Ship Design 3D Modeller / Draughtsperson
Navantia UK · Bristol, Avon, gb ·
- Category
- Design
The 3D Modeller/Draughtsperson will create high-quality 3D models and 2D technical drawings for naval vessels using Siemens NX and Teamcenter PLM. The role involves collaborating on structural design and systems integration while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Ship Design 3D Modeller / Draughtsperson
Ready to help design the next generation of naval and government vessels?
Navantia UK is growing, and we’re looking for talented 3D Modellers / Draughtspersons to join our ship design team in Bristol. You’ll be hands-on with cutting-edge naval projects, turning complex ideas into high‑quality digital designs that shape real-world ships.
As part of the globally recognised Navantia Group, you’ll work at the forefront of maritime innovation using advanced 3D CAD and PLM tools, contributing to structural design, outfit/arrangements, and ship systems integration.
What you’ll be doing
- Creating high-quality 3D models and 2D drawings using Siemens NX
- Producing technical outputs such as arrangements, P&IDs and BOMs
- Managing design data within Teamcenter PLM
- Collaborating across disciplines to resolve interfaces and integration challenges
- Supporting design reviews and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards
- Helping improve CAD standards, libraries, and digital workflows
- Strong 3D modelling and draughting capability
- Experience with Siemens NX (or similar) and PLM systems
- Understanding of ship design principles
- Excellent attention to detail and a problem‑solving mindset
- Eligibility for BPSS (SC clearance required for some roles)
Desirable
- Background in shipbuilding or naval vessels
- Experience in structures, outfit/arrangements, or systems integration
- Ability to work across multiple engineering disciplines
Why join Navantia UK?
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Career development within a global naval engineering organisation
- The chance to work on high‑profile, future‑facing maritime projects
- A collaborative, inclusive environment where your work makes a real impact
Interested?
Apply with your CV (and cover letter if you wish) and help us deliver world‑class naval design.
Navantia UK is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
***Please note as part of the onboarding process all candidates will need to complete BPSS security clearance***
We are an Opening Doors employer, committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace. Our approach, shaped by our values of service, trust, excellence, agility, dedication, and you, we focus on removing barriers and recognising potential. We are committed to fairness at every stage, including providing reasonable adjustments and actively working to eliminate discrimination.
We believe talent is everywhere, and by widening access to opportunity and welcoming diverse experiences, we aim to create a workplace where every person feels valued and has an equal chance.
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