David C J
Sharjah
Summary
Naval Architect with 4 years of professional experience in ship design, construction support, conversion projects and onboard surveys within the marine industry. Proven ability to contribute effectively to multidisciplinary engineering teams, supporting project delivery from initial design through to final execution. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines while ensuring quality and accuracy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Naval Architect (Hydrodynamics)
Aries Marine & Engineering Services LLC
Sharjah, UAE
03.2026 - Current
- Performed motion response analysis including RAO (Response Amplitude Operator) calculations for offshore transportation studies.
- Performed under keel clearance assessments to ensure vessel safety and operational integrity under varying loading and environmental conditions.
- Assessed green sea and wave impacts on deck structures, contributing to operability and safety evaluations.
Naval Architect (Stability)
Aries Marine & Engineering Services LLC
Sharjah, UAE
06.2024 - 02.2026
- Coordinated end-to-end project execution including job review, technical analysis, initiation, data collection and final delivery of engineering outputs.
- Performed quality control checks on technical and statutory documents to ensure compliance with international regulations and approval process.
- Liaised with clients, shipyards and classification societies to resolve technical queries and support smooth project execution.
- Applied IMO regulations (SOLAS, MARPOL, MODU, ICLL) to ensure compliance in stability calculations and technical documentation.
- Performed and validated damage stability assessments using deterministic and probabilistic approaches
- Conducted freeboard, tonnage and statutory calculations including equipment number for anchoring and mooring systems.
- Generated sounding tables from as-built site data and measurements.
- Longitudinal strength evaluation by distribution of weight for the validation of still water shear force and bending moments
- Created stability calculation tools in MS Excel for evaluating intact conditions of supply vessels, tugs and leg reactions for elevated operations of jack-up units
- Prepared inclining experiment and lightship survey procedures per classification authority standards.
- Planned and executed inclining experiments and lightship surveys including reporting and analysis of results.
Naval Architect (Decarbonization)
Aries Marine & Engineering Services LLC
Sharjah, UAE
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Performed calculations and prepared technical files for EEDI/EEXI compliance.
- Vessel performance analysis through estimation and monitoring of CII, EU ETS, FuelEU and GFI using operational data (IMO DCS and noon reports) for emission reduction measures.
- Conducted ROI studies for the implementation of various energy efficient technologies such as shaft generator and micro boilers (WHRS)
Jr. Naval Architect (Stability)
Aries Marine & Engineering Services Pvt Ltd
Kochi, Kerala
04.2022 - 09.2023
- Performed weight calculations for structural and piping modifications to estimate changes in lightship particulars.
- Developed 3D models of hulls, compartments, tanks and superstructures using AutoShip for design and analysis.
- Conducted bollard pull calculations (as per MWS requirements) for towing operations
- Developed ballasting and de-ballasting sequences for load-out and load-in operations for offshore transportation and installation.
- Conducted feasibility studies for crane installation, well stimulation, tank conversion and SPS compliance.
- Performed lifting load moment calculations and stability analyses for crane and excavator operations.
- Assessed heeling moments and checked stability criteria for intact, wind, towing, firefighting and anchor handling.
- Prepared and verified Intact and Damage Stability Booklets for multiple vessel types in line with IMO and class requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Technology in - Naval Architecture and Shipbuilding Engineering
Sree Narayana Gurukulam College of Engineering
Kochi, Kerala01-2021
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Problem solving
- Quality control
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Continuous improvement commitment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Data collection and analysis
- Analytical thinking
- Self-motivation
- Complex problem resolution
- Design optimisation
- Database management
- Initiative taking
- Deadline orientation
- Process Improvement
- Crisis management
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Malayalam
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Intermediate
B1
Interests
- Driving
- Swimming
- Football
- Badminton
- Gaming
- Movies
Accomplishments
- Challenging conduct of inclining test of a cylindrical FPSO (Petrojarl Kong) received client appreciation for successful completion.
- Nominated as Emerging Talent (Middle East) of the Year 2025 by Aries Energy awards.
- Successfully conducted 30+ inclining experiments and lightship surveys across UAE, China and India, ensuring accuracy of documentation and certification.
Softwares
- MS office - Word / Excel / PowerPoint (Proficient)
- Autohydro (Proficient)
- AutoCAD (Intermediate)
- MOSES (Basic)
- SACS (Basic)
- Rhino (Basic)
- Python (Basic)
Timeline
Naval Architect (Hydrodynamics)
Aries Marine & Engineering Services LLC
03.2026 - Current
Naval Architect (Stability)
Aries Marine & Engineering Services LLC
06.2024 - 02.2026
Naval Architect (Decarbonization)
Aries Marine & Engineering Services LLC
10.2023 - 01.2024
Jr. Naval Architect (Stability)
Aries Marine & Engineering Services Pvt Ltd
04.2022 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Technology in - Naval Architecture and Shipbuilding Engineering
Sree Narayana Gurukulam College of Engineering