BESTE ÖZEK
NAVAL DESIGNER
İstanbul
Summary
Innovative Ship and Yacht Designer with expertise in hull form development, general arrangement design, and 3D modeling. Specializes in production-oriented documentation and technical research, including hydrostatic calculations and stability design. Proven ability to coordinate projects and oversee design across commercial and yacht sectors, contributing to diverse projects such as a 141.5-meter cargo vessel and an aluminum electric boat.
Overview
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5
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years of professional experience
Work History
Ship and Yacht Designer
V Denge Technology
07.2024 - 06.2026
- Led and coordinated the design development of a 141.5-meter general cargo vessel, taking responsibility for design research, operational principles, and overall design development. Coordinated the development of two fuel configurations (LNG and fuel oil), overseeing hull form development, design, general arrangement, 3D modeling, and project presentation preparation.
- Developed hull forms for existing and newly designed ships and yachts based on hydrostatic and stability calculations.
- Utilized AVEVA Marine Hydrostatics and Compartment modules for hydrostatic analysis and stability-related tasks.
- Contributed to 3D modeling, rendering, technical drawing preparation, and presentation development in collaboration with the design team.
Volunteer Intern
Taka Yat
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Contributed to yacht exterior design development and general arrangement (GA) planning, supporting the integration of aesthetic design concepts with functional layout requirements.
- Assisted in developing exterior design concepts and general arrangement plans, considering spatial organization, onboard functionality, and overall design consistency.
Part-Time Designer
Akalın Yacht Design
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Took primary responsibility for the design development of a 5.5-meter aluminum electric boat, overseeing component design, operating principles, 3D modeling, technical drawings, and machinery and equipment research in collaboration with the design team.
- Contributed to eight yacht and boat design projects ranging from 10 to 25 meters in length, supporting 3D modeling, production drawing development, and rendering.
Site Intern
Bilgin Yachts
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Observed interior outfitting, furniture manufacturing, and installation processes for 60–80-meter mega yachts, gaining practical insight into high-end yacht production.
- Reviewed technical drawings during production, assisted with drawing-related clarifications, and compared on-site measurements against design drawings.
- Examined interior detailing, furniture construction, and material applications, developing an understanding of how design decisions interact with production methods and on-site assembly requirements.
Part-Time Designer
Akalın Yacht Design
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Contributed to eight yacht and boat design projects ranging from 10 to 25 meters in length, supporting 3D modeling, production drawing development, and rendering.
Volunteer Intern
Red Yacht Design
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Worked on the general arrangement of a 20 m boat, gaining experience in space optimization and layout techniques.ayout techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Ship and Yacht Design
Maltepe University
Maltepe,Istanbul01-2025
Skills
General Arrangement (GA) Design
Hull Form Development
Hydrostatic & Stability Analysis
GA design
Design Development
Stability analysis
AVEVA hydrostatics
Rendering and presentation
User-Centered Design
Production methods
Prototype Development
Spatial Planning
Contact
+90 531 343 67 15
bestrozek@gmail.com
Timeline
Ship and Yacht Designer
V Denge Technology
07.2024 - 06.2026
Volunteer Intern
Taka Yat
09.2023 - 10.2023
Part-Time Designer
Akalın Yacht Design
09.2022 - 08.2023
Site Intern
Bilgin Yachts
07.2022 - 08.2022
Part-Time Designer
Akalın Yacht Design
04.2022 - 07.2022
Volunteer Intern
Red Yacht Design
08.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Ship and Yacht Design
Maltepe University