Marine Design Manager

Saronic Technologies•New Orleans, LA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Marine Design Manager to lead our team of marine designers and drafters in support of autonomous surface vessel development. This role is central to delivering high-quality vessel design across disciplines, setting technical standards, and driving impact in defense innovation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or technical certification in Naval Architecture, Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field (Associate degree considered with significant experience)
10+ years of CAD drafting and design experience in the marine industry
3+ years of experience managing or leading a team of marine designers
Strong expertise across one or more areas of vessel design: general, mechanical, electrical, structural, and piping design
Deep knowledge of maritime regulatory requirements, construction tolerances, and vessel construction processes
Demonstrated experience managing drawing submittments to classification societies such as ABS, DNV, and LR
Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software including NX, ShipConstructor, AutoCAD, and Rhino
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of marine designers and drafters across 2D and 3D modeling, technical drawings, and production support
Own the development and enforcement of drawing standards and best practices across the design organization
Partner with naval architects, marine engineers, structural engineers, and electrical engineers to drive new vessel design implementation
Oversee new vessel construction documentation, including ship construction drawings and as-built records
Mentor, develop, and grow team members in CAD modeling and ship design best practices
Ensure marine regulatory compliance across all design documentation
Coordinate with production and build engineering teams to manage design-to-build handoffs and resolve technical issues
Drive continuous improvement in design processes, tooling, and team workflows