Marine Engineer

Sayres Defense•Mobile, AL

About The Position

Sayres is seeking an experienced Marine Engineer to support the PMS 300/325 Ship Design Management team in Mobile, Alabama. The role provides subject-matter expertise for technical and engineering efforts on assigned hulls, including T-AGOS, T-AO, T-ATS, T-AOL, T-ARC, and service craft. The Marine Engineer supports shipbuilding from concept and feasibility studies through preliminary design, contract design, detail design, construction, and in-service engineering activities. The position also involves shipboard installation support, special studies, ship operations or testing, and technical guidance for junior staff. The position requires a bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering or a similar engineering discipline and at least seven years of ship design and construction experience. An active SECRET clearance verifiable in DISS is sought; candidates able to obtain an interim SECRET clearance may also be considered. The anticipated salary range is $90,000 to $130,000 per year, with actual compensation dependent on qualifications and other relevant factors. Sayres describes an atmosphere that supports personal and professional development while exceeding customer expectations.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering or a similar engineering discipline.
At least seven years of ship design and construction experience, including design experience in work-package development, in-service modifications, detail design drawings and analysis, implementation of ABS and military specifications and requirements, 3D modeling, and/or ship-system integration.
Experience with deck systems, structures, and shipboard auxiliary systems.
Understanding of hull integration, mechanical stress, and equipment placement.
Familiarity with corrosion-resistant metals and materials suited to harsh marine environments.
Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and marine power engineering.
Comfort with CAD, including AutoCAD MEP, 3D piping/layout tools, and electrical-schematic design.
Familiarity with shipboard electrical networks, switchboards, and PLC/SCADA control systems for automation and monitoring.
Ability to use FMEA, fault-tree analysis, and vibration analysis to diagnose machinery health issues.
Knowledge of electrical power generation, distribution boards, and emergency generators.
Knowledge of engine-room automation, feedback loops, and digital control systems.
Excellent interpersonal and customer-relations skills.
Superior organizational skills.
Active SECRET clearance verifiable in DISS/JPAS, or ability to obtain an interim SECRET clearance.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in an engineering discipline.
Possession of a 2nd Assistant Engineer Steam or Diesel license, or a 2nd Mates Marine Navigation License Unlimited Tonnage USCG, active or inactive.
Practical expertise in marine operations.

Responsibilities

Provide marine engineering and technical support throughout shipbuilding, including concept studies, feasibility studies, and preliminary design.
Collaborate on contract design, detail design, and construction activities.
Conduct independent design reviews to assess and improve the efficiency and safety of ship systems and equipment.
Provide technical expertise for in-service ship design and engineering activities.
Support shipboard installation and integration of equipment and systems.
Participate in special studies concerning ships, boats, craft, and shipboard equipment.
Apply knowledge of marine diesel engines, reduction gears, shafts, and propellers, including their design, installation, and maintenance.
Specify pumps, compressors, generators, HVAC systems, and hydraulic power units for shipboard applications.
Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and piping systems in constrained engine-room spaces while preserving maintenance access.
Ensure machinery-space systems meet applicable SOLAS, MARPOL, and classification-society requirements for fire safety and emissions.
Conduct ship operations and/or shipboard testing, including rigorous testing and evaluations of marine systems and equipment.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior marine engineering staff.
Liaise with shipyards, classification societies, and cross-disciplinary teams.