Graduate Naval Architect - October 2026 Start

Location: Bath - United Kingdom

Employment type: Full Time

Workplace type: Hybrid

Description

Job Title: Graduate Naval Architect
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: This is a hybrid role, where you can work from home and in one of our UK offices. Our primary offices are in Bath/Bristol and Fareham (Whiteley). Depending on project needs you will be expected to occasionally travel to customer sites and BMT offices.
Salary: £34,500
This role will require Security Clearance, to be eligible you must be a British born sole national and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years.

About BMT
BMT is dedicated to tackling the most crucial engineering challenges of our era, fostering an environment where individuals with exceptional technical expertise provide meaningful, practical solutions. Committed to creating a safer, more efficient, effective, and sustainable future, BMT values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognising their pivotal role in achieving our business purpose.

Why Work for Us?
Joining BMT means gaining access to a comprehensive set of employee benefits designed to empower your success. In addition to a competitive salary, our offerings encompass health, family, finance, and personal development, including:

• Private Medical (family coverage)
• Enhanced Pension
• 18 weeks enhanced maternity pay (after a qualifying period of 1 year)
• Family friendly policies
• Committed to an inclusive culture
• Wellbeing Fund - an annual fund for personal hobbies or interests
• Holiday Trading
• Professional Subscriptions

About The Role

Due to exciting current and future workload requirements BMT is looking for graduates to join our Naval Architecture team working in the UK and Europe Region. Roles are available within our Ships and Specialist Craft Teams. As a graduate, you will receive training from our experienced team, supporting your journey towards achieving Chartered status.

We are looking for candidates who have the following:

• A degree (or equivalent) in Naval Architecture or a similar related field preferably to Master's level;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey technical concepts;
• Ability to work in a team and collaborate with other engineers and professionals;
• Enthusiasm to deliver a first-class service to our clients, marked by attention to detail; and
• Desire to further their career and gain Chartered status.

Working in this technical consultancy focused role will provide you the opportunity to be involved in a variety of projects and research, with the ability to tailor your training and project experience to align with your personal and professional aspirations.

About You

What is the Graduate Programme?
As a BMT graduate, you will be part of an exciting 2-year development programme which will equip you with the knowledge, skills and experience you will need to propel your career to the next level.

BMT, in partnership with a range of professional institutions, will support your journey towards Chartership if that is a route you are interested in.

We seek proactive and dedicated graduates to join our dynamic team of Naval Architects. Our team works on diverse technical projects, solving customer problems and delivering innovative custom solutions.

What's Next?

If you are ready to contribute your skills and passion to a dynamic team addressing impactful challenges, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity with BMT. Join us in shaping a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future.

BMT is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.