Hull Outfitting Production Engineer

Hanwha Philly Shipyard•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hull Outfitting Production Engineer will perform field engineering activities for hull outfitting systems, parts, equipment, and machinery. This role involves responding to issues by investigating onboard vessels, documenting problems, and interfacing with production supervisors and workers. The engineer will create Design Change Notice packages and Corrective Action Notices, generate supporting drawings, and enter purchase requisitions. Responsibilities also include documenting material non-conformances, reviewing and approving production installation and manufacturing drawings, and creating engineering Work Packages. The position assists with owner change order requests, communicates with regulatory agencies, and supports the startup and commissioning of hull outfitting equipment and systems, including participation in dock testing and Sea Trials. The engineer will also contribute to the build method planning process, participate in cross-functional meetings, create equipment Installation Procedures, and maintain knowledge of classification and regulatory rules.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Naval architecture, or Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology, Drafting or equivalent with 4 years’ experience in shipbuilding
Proficiency with MS Office and 2D CAD systems, such as AutoCAD
Proficiency with metric system
Some knowledge of shipboard deck equipment, cranes, hydraulic systems, and welded structures
Able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, both verbal and written
Ability to manage assigned tasks according to the schedule with minimal oversight
Ability to multi-task solving several ongoing issues and assigned tasks
Detail oriented
Strategic thinking
Ability to work as a team member

Nice To Haves

Experience with using a 3D CAD system
Experience with Aveva PDMS, Aveva Marine, or Tribon is a plus
Experience with an ERP system, such as SAP is a plus
Knowledge/experience concerning modern shipbuilding practices is a plus

Responsibilities

Ensure that all HPSI safety procedures, rules and regulations are followed and met
Perform field engineering activities for hull outfitting systems, parts, equipment and machinery
Respond to issues by going onboard the vessel to investigate and document the issue. Interface with production supervisors or workers as appropriate
Create Design Change Notice packages for revised drawings or Corrective Action Notices to resolve issues. Create supporting drawings, sketches, or markups using Adobe, 2D or 3D CAD if necessary. Enter purchase requisitions as appropriate
Document material non-conformances or other issues with purchased material and equipment for feedback through the purchasing department or partner
Review and approve production installation drawings, manufacturing drawings, and bills of material. Check for accuracy against basic/detail design, yard and project standards, 3D model, previous vessels, and any known design changes. Identify any missing equipment or parts, interferences, production or regulation issues. Interface with other engineers or design partner for revision. Upload into document management and ERP systems
Create and distribute engineering Work Packages according to assigned schedule
Assist with development and implementation of owner change order requests
Communicate with class, USCG, FDA and any other required regulatory agency to resolve any regulatory or inspection issues raised during construction of the vessel
Assist with the startup and commissioning of hull outfitting equipment and systems. Participate in dock testing and possibly Sea Trials. Document any issue and revise procedures accordingly. Assist with resolution of technical issues as needed
Participate and provide input to build method planning process. Interface with Planning and Production teams to determine correct timing and discipline for installation of all accommodation and insulation parts and equipment
Participate in weekly “Prep Team” cross-functional meetings. Present installation drawings to meeting participants, discuss, review, and record any requested changes by Production or Planning
Create and maintain equipment Installation Procedures to explain complex installation processes
Maintain working knowledge and monitor development of classification and regulatory rules and requirements
Perform other related duties as required and assigned