Job Description

REPORTS TO: Chief Department Engineer & Program Engineer

SUPERVISES: Engineer III, Engineer II, Engineer I, Designers and Draftspersons

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for overseeing Department Goals for a specific project as directed by the Program Engineer and Chief Department Engineer
• Responsible for preparing, overseeing and assigning design calculations and drawing development to support Program Goals
• Responsible for checking calculations
• Responsible for progressing all department work

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

• General:
  • Minimum 8 plus years of design and/or construction experience
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines
  • Experienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers
  • Computer literate and familiar with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products
  • Thorough knowledge of ship and propulsion systems
  • Strong working knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, DNV, GL, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.)
  • US Citizenship
• Marine / Mechanical Engineer:
  • Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Marine or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent engineering degree or minimum 15 years of equivalent marine design experience
  • Thorough knowledge of ship and propulsion system design and operation
  • Thorough knowledge of engine alignment and shaft design and alignment
  • Thorough knowledge of HVAC design
• Electrical Engineer:
  • Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent engineering degree or minimum 15 years of equivalent marine design experience
  • Thorough knowledge of power distribution and lighting systems
  • Thorough knowledge of automation, control and communication systems
  • Strong working knowledge of IEEE and NEC
• TOOLS:
• Computer – MS Office, AutoCAD

DIRECTION EXERCISED:

• Will lead and direct the work of Engineers I, II, III, Designers and Draftspersons
• Will determine technical adequacy of drawings and calculations

DISCRETION EXERCISED:

• Will provide input to evaluations of Engineers I, II, III, Designers and Draftspersons
• Has authority to direct, evaluate and correct the work of Engineers I, II, III, Designers and Draftspersons

LIAISES WITH: Engineers, Production Personnel, Customer, Regulatory Bodies, Program Management and Equipment Suppliers

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:

• General:
  • Experienced in the construction of high speed aluminum vessels is advantageous but not a requirement
  • Working knowledge of modular construction methods is advantageous but not a requirement.
  • Experienced in design and construction of US Navy vessels is advantageous but not a requirement.
  • Understanding of shock design is advantageous but not a requirement
• Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:

o 18 years of age or older at time of application.

o Able to provide proof of US Person Status

o No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within

seven years from disposition date

o No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from

disposition date

o Willing to submit to a drug screen

o Willing to submit to a background check

• Naval Architect:
  • Working knowledge of FEA methods is advantageous but not a requirement.
• Marine / Mechanical Engineer:
  • Working knowledge of FEA methods is advantageous but not a requirement.
  • Knowledge of composite shafting is advantageous but not a requirement.

Equal Employment Commitment

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.

Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.