Vigor Industrial-posted 4 months ago
$118,500 - $148,000/Yr
Full-time • Senior
Vancouver, WA
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Vigor Marine Group is seeking a Lead Engineer to oversee the design and detail engineering efforts for the construction of high-speed aluminum vessels. This role involves providing engineering and technical leadership, performing regulatory calculations, and ensuring adherence to vessel build plans. The Lead Engineer will also manage subcontractor design agents, develop engineering standards, and mentor junior engineers. The position is based in Vancouver, WA, a city known for its outdoor activities and vibrant community.

  • Provide engineering and technical leadership on assigned Program/Project.
  • Perform or review regulatory and class level calculations and create detailed reports.
  • Design and review all aspects of vessels - Naval Architecture, Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical.
  • Perform and review 3D model creation.
  • Provide hands-on support to production personnel to maintain production flow.
  • Lead project engineering and design reviews.
  • Manage Subcontractor design agents and Vigor engineering staff to resolve design problems.
  • Develop, manage, and maintain Ship Constructor and SolidWorks models.
  • Develop engineering standards and procedures documents.
  • Utilize ERP system to generate material requisitions, activities, and shop orders.
  • Assist with compiling and managing complex work packages for the project.
  • Provide technical advice to Vigor management team as a Subject Matter Expert.
  • Mentor Vigor staff engineers in carrying out their design engineering tasks.
  • Establish project engineering strategies and manage the accomplishment of the engineering for the project.
  • Ensure project production drawings are completed and distributed to Document Control on schedule.
  • Participate in sea trials of completed vessels.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
  • Fifteen (15) years of directly related, boatbuilding/shipyard experience required - high speed aluminum vessels preferred.
  • Experience with industry regulations: ABS, USCG CFR, IACS, ABYC, IEEE, IMO/SOLAS, and military contracts is preferred.
  • Very strong computer skills and experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Rhino, Ship Constructor and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Experience and familiarity with prototype, one-off or custom boatbuilding.
  • Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) concepts and systems preferred.
  • Knowledge of Product Data Management (PDM) concepts and systems preferred.
  • Competitive salary range of $118,500 - $148,000.
  • Opportunity to work in a vibrant city with a mild climate and no state income tax.
  • Participation in a continuous improvement program.
  • Support for professional development and mentoring opportunities.
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