About Allswater
Allswater works on practical marine projects that give early-career naval architects a chance to see how design decisions connect to real vessels, shipyards and operations. Our work spans vessel design, modification, refit, conversion and technical support.
As part of our team, you will learn from experienced naval architects, marine engineers, designers and project managers while contributing to meaningful work from the start.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Junior Naval Architect to join our team in Halifax or St. John's. This is an entry-level role for someone who is curious, practical and ready to learn by working on real marine projects alongside experienced technical staff.
You will support vessel design, analysis, documentation and project work while building your technical foundation in naval architecture, marine engineering coordination and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with vessel design, modification and refit projects under the guidance of senior team members.
- Prepare drawings, models, calculations, and technical documentation.
- Support stability, structural and general naval architecture tasks as part of multidisciplinary project teams.
- Assist with site visits, 3D scanning and onboard data collection when required.
- Help prepare reports, specifications and regulatory submission packages.
- Coordinate with naval architects, marine engineers, designers, clients and shipyards to support project delivery.
Qualifications
- Degree or Diploma in Naval Architecture, Naval Architectural Technology.
- Entry-level position; project or marine industry experience would be considered an asset.
- Interest in ships, vessel design, marine operations and practical engineering problem-solving.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Rhino, GHS or other design and analysis tools would be considered an asset.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to learn, ask questions and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams.
- A practical, organized approach and attention to detail.
Why join Allswater?
Start with people who believe ships are cool.
- Start your career with hands-on exposure to real marine projects, vessels and clients.
- Learn directly from experienced naval architects, marine engineers, designers and project managers.
- Build your skills across design, analysis, documentation, site work and project coordination.
- Work in a supportive environment where questions, initiative and steady development are encouraged.
- Gain exposure to a wide range of marine projects across Canada and internationally.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Skills Required
- Degree or diploma in Naval Architecture or Naval Architectural Technology
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to learn, ask questions, and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams
- Practical, organized approach and attention to detail
- Interest in ships, vessel design, marine operations, and practical engineering problem-solving
- Project or marine industry experience
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Rhino, GHS, or other design and analysis tools
What We Do
Allswater is a privately owned ship design, naval architecture, and marine engineering firm with offices in Halifax, St. John's, and San Sebastián, Spain. It provides single-source ship design, marine engineering, and project management support for new and existing vessels, serving clients across Canada and internationally on new builds, conversions, construction support, and in-service vessels, including work in electrification, alternative fuels, and decarbonization.
