Build Engineer

Saronic Technologies•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Saronic Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Build Engineer to lead the build and integration effort for their maritime Autonomous Service Vessels. This role bridges design engineering and production teams, focusing on building high-quality, reliable vessels at scale by designing efficient production methods, integrating automation, and ensuring seamless assembly of structures, electronics, and vessel systems. The position is crucial for moving products from development to full-rate production.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or greater in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Familiarity with maritime industry standards including ABS and coast guard regulations
Strong fundamentals in core engineering principles, including structural, mechanical, and electrical systems
Experience working in a shipyard or onboard ships
Strong knowledge with 2D and 3D CAD software (e.g., Rhino, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, NX)
Deep familiarity with interpreting technical drawings, GD&T, weld symbols, and fabrication tolerances
Strong communication skills across engineers, technicians, quality teams, and leadership
Comfortable working in an industrial shipyard environment
Must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by U.S. law (U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, or certain protected classes of asylees and refugees)

Responsibilities

Assist in the design, development, analysis, and construction of Autonomous surface vehicles (ASVs)
Collaborate with other engineers to perform CAD modeling, structural/mechanical/electrical design, and weight management for vessel optimization
Operate as liaison between engineering, drafting, and production to resolve challenges that arise during design and construction
Identify and resolve non-conformances, lead root cause analysis, and drive resolution via IRBs (Issue Review Boards) and rework plans
Lead and coordinate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)—ensure traceability, communication, implementation, and verification
Support the integration of autonomous navigation and control systems into vessel designs
Participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions for new and existing vessel concepts
Support documentation, technical writing, and preparation of reports for internal use, regulatory bodies, and client presentations
Manage CAD models to document changes made during ship construction
Support sea-trials and at-sea testing of ASVs as needed

Benefits

Medical Insurance (Saronic pays 100% of premium for employees and 80% for dependents)
Dental and Vision Insurance (Saronic pays 100% of premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents)
Generous PTO and Holidays
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Competitive Salary
Opportunities for performance-based bonuses
401(k) plan with company match
Equity options (Stock Options)
Basic life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
Free lunch benefit
Unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office