Hydrodynamic Maritime Engineer at iO Associates

• About the Opportunity

  We are partnering with an innovative, venture-backed technology company developing next-generation offshore infrastructure to support the future of commercial and defense launch operations.

  The company is engineering advanced offshore platforms designed to operate in dynamic marine environments, combining maritime engineering, offshore technology, and aerospace applications. Their work involves solving complex hydrodynamic challenges related to platform stability, vessel motion, wave loading, and offshore operations.

  They are seeking a Hydrodynamics Engineer to play a key role in analyzing and optimizing the performance of offshore platforms in challenging ocean conditions.

  This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging projects, collaborate with a highly experienced multidisciplinary engineering team, and contribute to the development of real-world marine systems from initial concept through testing and deployment.

  What You'll Do

  • Perform hydrodynamic analyses to evaluate offshore platform and vessel performance in varying sea states and environmental conditions.

  • Develop and analyze models related to wave loading, fluid dynamics, vessel motions, and platform stability.

  • Conduct motion response and seakeeping analyses to understand platform behavior in dynamic ocean environments.

  • Evaluate hydrodynamic forces, wave interactions, and environmental loads impacting offshore structures.

  • Support the development and optimization of offshore platform designs to improve stability, performance, and operational reliability.

  • Perform numerical simulations and engineering calculations to validate design concepts and assess system performance.

  • Work closely with naval architects, mechanical engineers, and structural engineers to integrate hydrodynamic considerations into overall platform design.

  • Support model testing, validation, and interpretation of experimental data.

  • Translate analytical findings into practical engineering recommendations and design improvements.

  • Support technical documentation, design reviews, and engineering decisions throughout the project lifecycle.

  What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.

  • 5+ years of experience in hydrodynamics, naval architecture, offshore engineering, or marine systems.

  • Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, hydrodynamics, wave mechanics, and vessel motion behavior.

  • Experience performing hydrodynamic modeling, numerical simulations, and engineering analysis.

  • Familiarity with seakeeping, stability, wave loading, and offshore platform performance.

  • Experience with industry-standard hydrodynamic analysis tools and simulation software.

  • Ability to interpret technical data and translate analytical results into practical engineering solutions.

  • Strong technical communication and problem-solving skills.

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with offshore platforms, floating structures, marine vessels, or shipbuilding.

  • Familiarity with hydrodynamic simulation tools such as OrcaFlex, ANSYS AQWA, WAMIT, MOSES, or equivalent.

  • Experience with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and numerical modeling.

  • Knowledge of ABS, DNV, or other marine classification standards.

  • Experience evaluating dynamic positioning, platform motions, mooring systems, or wave-induced responses.

  • Background supporting prototype development, offshore testing, or marine system commissioning.

  Why Join?

  • Work on innovative offshore technology supporting the next generation of launch infrastructure.

  • Solve complex hydrodynamic challenges in a real-world marine environment.

  • Collaborate with experienced engineers across naval architecture, mechanical, structural, and aerospace disciplines.

  • Take ownership of meaningful engineering work with direct influence on platform design and performance.

  • Join a growing venture-backed company where engineering contributions have a tangible impact.

Disclaimer: Any remuneration stated in this advertisement is indicative and will be dependent on the successful candidate's experience, skills and qualifications. Final remuneration will be agreed with the successful candidate and will be subject to the terms of the contract.