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How much do entry level naval architect jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level naval architect in the United States is $94,251.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an entry level naval architect?

An Entry Level Naval Architect designs, analyzes, and helps develop ships, submarines, and other marine structures. They work under senior engineers to create vessel layouts, ensure structural integrity, and optimize hydrodynamics. Responsibilities may include using CAD software, conducting stability analyses, and collaborating with engineers on construction and testing. This role provides foundational experience in naval architecture and marine engineering. It is ideal for recent graduates with a degree in naval architecture, marine engineering, or a related field.

What types of projects and tasks do entry level naval architects typically work on in their first year?

Entry Level Naval Architects usually start by supporting senior engineers with tasks such as preparing design calculations, drafting technical drawings, and assisting in hull form modeling. You may also participate in ship stability analyses, weight estimations, and contribute to the review of regulatory compliance. Most entry-level roles involve close collaboration with other engineers, designers, and project managers, giving you exposure to a wide range of ship design and construction activities. Over time, you’ll gain increasing responsibility, develop specialized skills, and have the opportunity to contribute more independently to projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an entry level naval architect, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Naval Architect, you need a solid background in naval architecture or marine engineering, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in engineering mathematics, typically supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with CAD software, 3D modeling tools like Rhino or AutoCAD, and knowledge of industry standards such as ABS or IMO regulations is often required. Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities help you collaborate effectively and address complex design challenges. These skills are critical for ensuring safe, efficient vessel designs and for contributing successfully within multidisciplinary marine engineering teams.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Naval Architect job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,251 per year, or $45.3 per hour.

Entry Level Naval Architect/Ocean Engineer - Seattle, WA

Seattle, WA • On-site

Glosten
Water Transportation • 51 - 200 employees

$40 - $49/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


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Entry Level Naval Architect/Ocean Engineer, Ocean Engineering & AnalysisCompany OverviewGlosten is a naval architecture and marine engineering firm that has served the marine industry for over 65 years. We work in teams to accomplish exciting projects in a stimulating, fast-paced, and collegial environment. We are an employee-owned company drawn to unique and challenging marine projects. We have grown steadily and deliberately to a team of 120 employees who are ready to solve complex problems and think outside the box. We continuously strive to improve our business practices and technical performance to better serve the industry. We believe the secret to our success is our talented team and our culture of mutual respect and cooperationJob DescriptionWe are seeking a full-time entry-level engineer to join our Ocean Engineering and Analysis Group.LocationBased at our Seattle, WA headquarters, this entry-level position offers long-term flexibility. Once you gain adequate experience, Glosten offers the opportunity to transfer to our Providence, RI or Bellingham, WA locations.We are looking for candidates who:Strive for excellence.Demonstrate a mutual respect for coworkers in a culture of collaboration, mentorship, integrity, and innovation.Are willing to take on our clients' problems as our own, become the clients' advocate, and cultivate long-term client relationships.Demonstrate excellent written, oral, and graphical communication skills.Cultivate a passion for the maritime industry.Are motivated to identify and pursue internal and external professional growth opportunities, including areas outside their specific discipline. Responsibilities:Providing the primary technical effort for projects involving ship design, coastal civil structures, marine construction support, offshore energy platforms, and marine renewable energy devices. This includes climatological analysis, calculation of hydrodynamic motions and loads on floating structures, mooring system design and analysis, hydro-elastic analysis, and the use of finite element, potential flow, and CFD analysis tools. Executing wide-ranging data analysis projects employing probabilistic methods, generation and synthesis of large datasets, and optimization of complex systems. Applications include fleet planning and logistics, risk assessment, and development and validation of numerical models.Contributing to the continual improvement and growth of the Ocean Engineering & Analysis group, including developing and documenting processes and tools to increase engineering efficiency.Education and Certification:Minimum bachelor's degree in naval architecture, ocean engineering, or other relevant discipline. Master's degree preferred.Ambition and ability to obtain United States professional engineering licensure once experience requirements are met working under Glosten professional engineers. Engineering-in-Training (EIT) certification is preferred.Must be authorized to work in the United States. Due to project restrictions, Glosten will only consider applicants with unrestricted access to work in the United StatesQualifications:Academic background or equivalent work experience in the disciplines of hydrodynamics, climatology, mooring analysis, offshore operations, ship design and/or offshore platforms.Ability to apply fundamental engineering principles to problem solving, development of analytical approaches, and development of novel design concepts.Ability to evaluate, select, and apply standards, techniques, procedures, and criteria.Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.Familiarity with naval architectural and/or hydrodynamics software packages.Academic background or experience in field trials, model testing, and validation of numerical models.Familiarity with marine standards and regulatory requirements, such as USCG, ABS, DNV, and API, and ability to apply to design work.Some travel and fieldwork may be required for this role. Project assignments may require a valid driver's license, current passport, and/or TWIC card.Benefits:Glosten offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental coverage, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, bonus and profit-sharing plans, and a 401(k) plan.Once 90 days have been successfully completed, associates may work in accordance with our hybrid remote work policy.Glosten is proud to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Glosten does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, handicap, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all associates. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions.We encourage women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply for this position.Please visit our website (www.glosten.com) and our social media pages to learn more about our company, our projects and clients, and what is happening at Glosten.Application InstructionsInterested applicants must submit all of the following items to our applicant center in order to be considered for the position:Cover letterResumeTranscripts (either official or unofficial will be accepted)
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