United States
Sector
Keyword
Marine Engineer
Naval Designer
Architect Marine
Minimum Bachelors degree in Naval Architecture
Previous relevant work experience
The tasks that an Architect, Naval is expected to perform include:
Designing and overseeing construction and repair of marine craft and floating structures
Studying design proposals and specifications to establish basic characteristics of craft such as size, weight, speed, propulsion, armament, cargo, displacement, draft, crew and passenger compliments, and fresh or salt water service
Supervising construction and testing of prototype in model basin
Designing complete hull and superstructure according to specifications and tests data
Designing layout of craft interior including cargo space, passenger compartments, ladder wells and elevators
Establishing arrangements of boiler room equipment and propulsion machinery, heating and ventilating systems, refrigeration equipment piping, and other functional equipment after discussing with Marine Engineer
Knowledge of mechanical equipment of ships, boats, tugs, dredgers etc.
Knowledge of assessing the nature of repairs required on ships and marine vessels
Proficient in identifying worn out parts and replacing them
Proficient in supervising and controlling subordinates
Well-versed in ensuring efficiency of mechanical equipment fitted to ships
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Good communication skills
Creativity, pragmatism and rationale thinking
Confidence and persistence
Flexibility and attentiveness
Social and networking skills
Time management skills
Team player
Futuristic
Hardworking
It is not a desk job
Needs to handle a team of Engineers
Local travelling is a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities
Work from home option is not available
Working hours
Construction companies usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from company to company Shift system maybe available
Being self-employed is also an option. In this case, the working hours and days will be flexible
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Occupational hazards include general fatigue, stress, unsocial working hours, long hours of travel and work, sea sickness, etc.
Health risks include exposure to construction tools, heavy machinery, dirt and dust, etc.
For candidates with up to 2 years of experience INR 45,000 to INR 50,000 per month
For candidates with 2 to 5 years of experience INR 52,500 to INR 55,500 per month
For candidates with over 5 years of experience INR 60,000 to INR 75,000 per month
(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
Growth of Construction Sector in India
The market value of construction sector in India is projected to expand up to INR 11954 billion by 2017. Continuously increasing infrastructure spending levels of the government has made the industry highly attractive among foreign investors in the recent years.
The Construction sectors growth is expected to reach 7.5 percent by 2016-17 from current growth rates of 5.6 percent and is expected to contribute significantly to the countrys GDP in the next five years thereby showing its vital importance for the economic growth of the nation. Construction sector is the 2nd largest employer in the country. The sector currently employs over 45 million employees and is slated to employ more than 76 million employees by 2022. This implies additional creation of 31 million jobs in the 9 year period. Supervisory and managerial levels constitute 12% of the total workforce. The Working Group for the Twelfth Plan estimates an additional requirement of 23000 engineers and supervisors in order to cope with the envisaged capacity expansions. Higher investment public as well as private sector growth forecast over next 5 years is 8 to 9%.
Human Capital Requirements
In construction works, two areas of trades are of utmost importance:
a) Mechanical trades: Those which require more understanding of machines and mechanical engineering
b) Civil trades: Those which are more closely associated with understanding structures and civil engineering related aspects.
The construction sector currently employs over 45 million employees and is slated to employ more than 76 million employees by 2022. This implies additional creation of 31 million jobs in the 9 year period.
Large construction and marine companies, builders and developers
Mid-sized construction companies, real estate companies, developers and builders
About 30,000 small construction companies that are members of Builders Association of India (BAI)
Towns and cities across India
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Architectural or civil engineering institutes across India
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