Yacht Exterior Designer

About the role

GUREN Design creates distinctive yacht exteriors and delivers innovative naval architecture solutions, combining a strong maritime heritage with modern design and engineering. It is looking for a full-time, hybrid Yacht Exterior Designer based in Kartal. The designer develops exterior concepts, produces detailed 2D and 3D drawings and refines them with naval architects and engineers, turning client needs into functional, visually compelling exteriors.

Key responsibilities

• Develop exterior design concepts for yachts and refine them with naval architects and engineers
• Produce detailed 2D and 3D design drawings
• Translate client requirements into functional, aesthetically refined exteriors
• Prepare presentation materials such as renderings, sketches and technical drawings
• Support design reviews with stakeholders and iterate proposals based on feedback
• Coordinate with internal teams and ensure designs meet technical, regulatory and manufacturability constraints

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Industrial Design, Yacht Design or a related field
• Previous experience in yacht, marine or transportation design is highly beneficial
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, able to work with multidisciplinary teams on site
• Attention to detail, problem-solving mindset and ability to handle several design tasks within project timelines

Required skills

• Concept development, form exploration and detailing for yacht exteriors
• Proficiency in design and CAD software (Rhino, CAD tools, 3D modelling and visualization)
• Understanding of naval architecture principles, materials and production methods