Germany Stability Plan Approval Senior Engineer

RINA is currently recruiting for a Germany Stability Plan Approval Senior Engineer to join its office in Germany within the North Europe Marine Division.

Mission

This role focuses on supporting the elaboration of detailed plan and design reviews, resolving issues related to conflicting design requirements, ensuring client requirements and applicable standards are met. Projects could include the approval of new building, conversion, and existing vessels and yachts.

Key Accountabilities

• Review and approve load line assignments, intact & damage stability booklets, inclining tests, loading software etc, in compliance with Class Rules and Statutory Regulations, for new buildings, ships in service, and ship conversions.
• Assist clients during the design and construction phase, providing guidance and support related to the tasks assigned.
• Provide support in conducting detailed marine engineering plan reviews, ensuring compliance with applicable RINA rules, international conventions, and contractual requirements.
• Provide support for the resolution of issues related to conflicting design requirements and material standards.
• Provide direct day‑to‑day support and oversight of project elements, within office and at client’s premises when needed.
• Understand and apply project management concepts providing feedback to project manager and serving as point of reference for the escalation of issues.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering General

Qualifications

• Experience:
  • Master’s Degree in Naval Architecture.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in ship stability analysis, preferably within an IACS class society, shipbuilding, or maritime consultancy.
  • In-depth knowledge of stability regulations, including IMO codes, classification society rules, and international maritime safety conventions related to ship stability.
  • Expertise in stability calculations, including intact stability, damage stability (probabilistic and deterministic), using respective software and engineering tools. Experience with PAX ships, HSC Code, ES-TRIN and NAPA will be considered a plus.
  • Fluent in German and English (speaking and writing).
  • Proficiency in reviewing and approving stability documentation, ensuring ships meet regulatory requirements and classification standards.
  • Ability to work in multi-national, multi-disciplinary teams (internal and external).
  • Strong communication and reporting skills.
  • Proficient with MS Office tools.
  • Holding an EU work and residence permit is preferred.

Competencies

• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.