From paper to steel

Jaakko Koski

Classification Engineer, Basic Hull Classification

Jaakko Koski works as a classification engineer in basic hull design. He applied for our recruitment training after graduating from a university of applied sciences with a degree in product development engineering. Jaakko previously worked as a maintenance supervisor at a paper mill, and he also spent a few years in the adventure services sector. Ship design appealed to him because of the outstanding employment opportunities and an interest in the sea that developed through his free diving hobby. Jaakko feels like he is helping to build ships that are globally recognised, and he considers the marine industry to be an honourable and traditional Finnish industry.

As a classification engineer in basic hull design, Jaakko does design work in the early stages of the shipbuilding process. His workdays pass quickly as he works with design plans and diagrams. Jaakko’s job ensuring the safety and seaworthiness of future ships also involves steel strength calculations, detailed designs, and hull vibration measurements. Carrying out vibration measurements provides a change from office work and a chance to feel the ship in action. Jaakko says that the best part of his job is working with other professionals, solving problems and seeing plans become reality.

Jaakko feels that his current job gives him the opportunity to develop and challenge himself. A good atmosphere and the mutual desire of employees to help each other also contribute to creating a pleasant work environment. Jaakko recommends the recruitment training to other people who are considering a change of career. The diverse and comprehensive training gave him an overall idea of the industry and employment opportunities at the shipyard. Jaakko also felt that the practical training was particularly important when entering the new field.

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