Germany Marine Principal Hull Plan Approval Engineer

Posting Date: 11 Jul 2026

City: Hamburg

Location: Hamburg, DE, 20457

Contract Type: Permanent

Division: North Europe Marine

Level of experience: Senior

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

Mission

The role focuses on plan approval activities, finite element (FEM) analysis, and the development of Rules & Guidelines, alongside contributing to the testing and validation of newly developed RINA software dedicated to ship structure verification.

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Key Accountabilities

• Review and approve hull structural drawings of ships, offshore units, and marine equipment, in compliance with Class Rules and Statutory Regulations, for new buildings, ships in service, and ship’s conversions.

• Assist clients during the design and construction phase, providing guidance and support related to structural design.

• Ensure that reviews of novel aspects, falling outside the plan approval field of competence, are of thehighest quality and in compliance with applicable RINA rules, international conventions and contractual requirements.

• Contribute to the development and updating of RINA Rules and Guidelines for ship structures

• Support the development and maintenance of RINA technical software for structural assessment

• Perform plan approval and participate in research activities, with a strong focus on ship structures

• Support the Business Development team on special projects involving innovative structural designs

• Provide technical advisory services within defined parameters, including budget and contractual constraints

• Manage newbuilding and conversion projects for ship structures, ensuring alignment with project objectives

• Collaborate with engineering and construction teams to resolve design issues and conflicts

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Naval Engineering

Qualifications

Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in ship structure plan approval (experience with container vessels and lashing is preferred) or at least 10 years experience in shipyards/design company in the structure design department with projects reference in container ships

• In-depth knowledge of IMO conventions, SOLAS, MARPOL, and IACS regulations related to ship structures.

• Strong background in reviewing and approving structural drawings, scantlings, and finite element analysis (FEA) reports.

• Strong ability to work in teams and meet tight deadlines

• Proven skills in conflict management and negotiation

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools

• Ability to follow established systems, processes, and procedures

• Fluency in English (written and spoken); German is a plus

• Excellent written communication skills, with precision and clarity

Technical Skills

• Expertise in hull structural design, including primary and secondary structures for different vessel types (tankers, bulk carriers, container ships, passenger vessels).

• Strong understanding of material properties, welding procedures, and structural reinforcements.

• Ability to assess compliance with classification rules and statutory requirements for hull strength, longitudinal strength, and buckling criteria.

• Familiarity with structural analysis software (e.g., ANSYS, Nastran, FEMAP, or classification society-specific tools).

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.