About Us
21 Knots is a design, engineering, and consulting firm providing services to the global maritime and oil & gas industry. In an industry constantly changing due to dynamic regulations, economic fluctuations, and climate change mandates, we strive to provide cutting-edge solutions with a strong commitment to excellence. Our comprehensive services are designed to create value for our esteemed clients while enabling them to achieve their business goals.

Location: UAE

Experience: 3+ Years

Industry: Shipbuilding / Marine / Oil & Gas

Position Type & duration-: Contract – 3-5 months

The Role
We are hiring Hull Designers (Cadmatic) for deputation to an overseas location. This is a great opportunity for experienced professionals with strong expertise in production design using Cadmatic to work on international projects in shipyards or engineering companies. We’re looking for candidates who are detail-oriented, skilled in 3D modeling and production drawings, and capable of delivering high-quality outputs in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities
• Develop 3D models for hull structures, steel outfitting supports, and structural foundations in CADMATIC
• Produce Assembly, Fabrication, Nesting, Profile Plots, and Bending Template drawings that are accurate and construction-ready.
• Ensure all design work aligns with safety, specification, and environmental standards
• Apply standard practices and reuse existing design solutions wherever applicable
• Report any technical issues or inconsistencies in design and detailing promptly
• Maintain competitiveness by adhering to timelines and optimizing productivity
• Follow internal quality control procedures and documentation processes
• Coordinate structural drawings with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure accuracy
• Maintain proper drawing records and documentation for each project
• Participate in cross-functional engineering tasks as directed by supervisors or project leads

What You’ll Need
Experience:
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in Cadmatic
• Prior experience working in the production design department of a shipyardor engineering company

Education:
• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in Naval Architect

Tools & Software Proficiency:
• Proficiency in Cadmatic Hull module and production drawing tools
• Familiarity with production drawing standards in the marine/offshore domain

Skills & Competencies:
• In-depth understanding of shipbuilding production drawing practices
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in modeling and documentation
• Good communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders
• Capability to deliver under tight deadlines and ensure compliance with project requirements