We are Helsinki Shipyard - celebrating 160 years of shipbuilding excellence. Since 1865, we have been designing, building, and commissioning tailor-made, high-class passenger vessels and icebreakers for extreme conditions. We proudly continue the legacy of Helsinki's own Shipyard, right in the heart of Helsinki.
With us, you get to design and build the ships under one roof from start to finish, in close collaboration with our customers. Our specialty lies in vessels that operate on the polar seas, but we can build everything from smaller yachts to complex multi-purpose icebreakers. We've built over 50% of the world's icebreakers - without us it would be hard to navigate in the icy seas!
We are now beginning construction on a new heavy icebreaker for the Canadian government. The vessel will be constructed in Helsinki before being completed at Davie's shipyard in Quebec by 2030.
Read more about the project here!
Since November 2023, Helsinki Shipyard has been a part of Group Davie together with SATA Shipbuilding in Pori and Chantier Davie in Lévis, Quebec.
We are currently seeking a Steel Structures Concept Engineer to join our team of 20 professionals in the Naval Architecture department. Our team is responsible for the conceptual design of specialized vessels ranging from icebreakers to passenger ships. The team develops initial vessel concepts during the sales phase and collaborates with design teams to finalize the vessel's design during the construction phase. The typical length of the initial concept development phase is from a few months to a year.
The Steel Structures Concept Engineer works in close cooperation with the Project Manager, Project Engineer, and other team members during the development of the vessel concept. The main responsibilities of the Steel Structures Concept Engineer include the definition of the conceptual steel structure and related weight calculation.
Additional responsibilities include:
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Improvement of statistical and direct weight calculation (NAPA steel) methods
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Structural outline specification
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Initial classification calculations and drawings
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Local and specialized structural analysis based on your skills and interests
To succeed in this role:
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You enjoy working with others, share knowledge openly, and believe that great ships are built by great teams.
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You hold a Master's degree in structural engineering, naval architecture, or maritime engineering, or another relevant field.
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You have experience in ship structural design and related technologies.
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You have the capability to engage in broad discussions with customers and internal teams to identify and develop optimal structural solutions.
Helsinki Shipyard is now in a phase of transformation and growth. With a strong order book and fascinating, diverse projects, we're shaping the future of specialized shipbuilding. Now's the time to join us and find your place in this growth journey.
- Timo Yrjövuori, Head of Naval Architecture
Why you should join us:
🚢Our dynamic work environment and diverse projects will offer you the chance to expand your knowledge and learn something new every day.
🚢Sustainability is central to us - we participate in joint Helsinki sea monitoring, where the quality and harmful substances in the water are monitored.
🚢 We have offices in Helsinki, Turku, and Pori. We support hybrid work arrangements and work together at the office at least a couple of days per week.
Ready to make an impact?
If you are a motivated and skilled engineer with a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you. Your contributions will directly impact the performance, efficiency, and safety of vessels operating in diverse marine environments.
Continue our historical story with us! To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by Sunday 22.3.2026.
Please note that applications are only accepted via TalentAdore, not via email.
If you have any questions, please contact Timo Yrjövuori, Head of Naval Architecture, timo.yrjovuori@helsinkishipyard.fi, or by phone +358 50 410 1461 during business hours.
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As part of the selection process, candidates chosen for the role will undergo a routine medical check, which includes a drug test. For certain roles, a security clearance may also be required.
Apply between 2 March 2026 and 22 March 2026 23:59 (Europe/Helsinki)Helsinki Shipyard
