Job Description

One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess is the world’s leading international premium cruise line and tour company, carrying millions of guests each year to hundreds of destinations around the globe. We give our guests the Medallion Class experience others simply cannot. The Love Boat promises something for everyone.

We are looking for an amazing Director, Hull & Structure to fill this role, which is based in our Doral office. This role is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient maintenance of the fleet’s hull, structure, tanks, and deck machinery. It involves collaboration across shipboard and shoreside teams and has a broad impact on fleet operations and availability.                   

Here is a summary of what Princess is looking for in its Director, Hull & Structure. Is this you?

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and lifecycle management of hull coating systems across the fleet. 

• Monitor hull performance metrics, including biofouling and drag, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

• Research and evaluate advanced coating technologies for implementation on the fleet. 

• Design and implement a comprehensive maintenance strategy for hulls, superstructures, tanks, and structural components.  

• Oversee crack monitoring programs, corrosion control, and structural integrity assessments. 

• Ensure alignment with safety, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance standards.

• Collaborate with Technical Operations Directors, Chief Engineers, and Staff Captains to develop R&M, drydock, and capital budgets.

• Provide cost-benefit analyses and ROI assessments for major repair and upgrade projects. 

• Ensure budget adherence and identify opportunities for cost optimization. 

• Develop detailed steel repair specifications and oversee execution during drydock periods. 

• Lead multidisciplinary teams through planning, procurement, execution, and post-project evaluation. 

• Ensure timely delivery, quality control, and compliance with classification society requirements. 

• Maintains regular communication with the Ship’s staff (CE’s & Staff Captains) regarding hull, structure, tanks, and deck machinery to ensure departmental objectives and initiatives are met. 

• Collaborates with classification societies to ensure all vessels and modifications comply with applicable passenger vessel regulations, while overseeing the submission and approval of documentation—either directly or through designated third-party vendors. 

• Drive initiatives to improve hull and propulsion efficiency, including propeller performance and hull form optimization. 

• Lead cross-functional efforts to enhance biofouling control strategies and coating application standards. 

• Evaluate emerging technologies and practices to improve fleet sustainability and performance. 

• Travel as needed to support project development, vendor qualification, and on-site execution. 

• Conduct inspections, audits, and performance reviews of third-party contractors and suppliers. 

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key industry partners.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Naval Architecture or equivalent experience.                                   

• 10 Years of experience as a Naval Architect with emphasis on ship structures, hull coatings, and tank systems.

• Strong understanding of corrosion protection, coatings technology, and drydock practices.

• Familiarity with class rules, IMO conventions, and international ship repair standards.

• Proficiency in CAD and structural analysis tools.

• This position is considered Hybrid and follows the Company’s schedule of three days in the office per week (Tuesday – Thursday)

What You Can Expect

• Cruise and Travel Privileges for You and Your Family
• Health Benefits
• 401(k) 
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan 
• Training & Professional Development
• Tuition & Professional Certification Reimbursement
• Rewards & Incentives 

Our Culture… Stronger Together

Our highest responsibility and top priority is compliance, environmental protection and the health, safety and well-being of our guests, the people in the communities we touch and serve, and our shipboard and shoreside employees.  Please visit our site to learn more about our Culture Essentials, Corporate Vision Statement and our Core Values at:  https://www.princess.com/aboutus/culture-framework/

Princess is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Princess will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process, upon your request, as required to comply with applicable laws.  If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact recruiting@hollandamericagroup.com

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