Key requirements:

• Valid work permit for Germany
• Located in Berlin or open to (temporary) relocation to Berlin (hybrid work mode)

About SAILWINT

SAILWINT is on a disruptive impact mission to build sailing wind turbine ships that produce and deliver low-cost, clean and highly scalable energy/hydrogen from the ocean. Our purpose is to overcome energy dependency, the fossil fuel age and lower significantly the cost and availability of clean energy/hydrogen to boost economic and social development.

SAILWINT is an early-stage startup funded by Techstars DeepTech Berlin 2024. Read more about SAILWINT in this founder spotlight interview.

Key Responsibilities

As a Founding Marine Engineer/Naval Architect, you will co-lead the design, engineering, development and integration of all naval architecture related aspects of the SAILWINT ships. You will:

• Support operations and execution of industry partner pilots with existing SAILWINT prototypes
• Enhance existing prototypes based on pilot learnings and test campaigns with your hands-on maker mindset
• Refine the calculations on static and dynamic loads on SAILWINT ship structures using Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
• Perform advanced hydrodynamic analysis for hull form optimization based on computational fluid dynamics (CFD) ensuring high performance in complex and rough ocean environments
• Own the overall ship design including producing P&ID, BOM, and MEL
• Plan and oversee the construction process, work with shipyards, manufacturers, and suppliers to ensure high standards in build quality and regulatory compliance
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and maritime regulations esp. compliance with IMDG code from the IMO, including preparation for certification with relevant classification societies
• Liaise with maritime UAV insurance providers to optimize insurance policies for SAILWINT ships
• Collaborate in system integration of SAILWINT’s naval architecture with wind turbine energy generation and sailing mechanism, end-to-end battery and hydrogen stack and overarching semi-autonomous digital control system

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related field
• 3-5+ years of experience or PhD in ship design, marine engineering, or naval architecture, with a strong focus on innovation
• Proven experience in structural mechanics FEA and hydrodynamic CFD analysis, marine system design, and vessel construction
• Proven project experience in prototype/pilot development that showcase hands-on maker skills and a passion for disruptive innovation
• Familiarity with offshore wind energy systems, battery and hydrogen technology is a plus
• Strong problem-solving and team work skills and ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic startup environment
• Ability to work closely with the founding team in a hybrid work setup in Berlin with an entrepreneurial mindset

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive startup engineering salary package and founding engineer equity options
• Opportunity to co-build disruptive energy startup from the early stage to IPO
• Become part of an impact mission to overcome energy dependence, the fossil fuel age and boosting economic and social development with lower-cost energy/hydrogen at scale

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We believe that innovation thrives in an environment that welcomes diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and help us drive the future of SAILWINT.

Apply now with your CV and brief summary of your project experiences and reach out to careers@sailwint.com.