Marine Mechanical Engineer

ECS Federal•Work from home, VA

8d•Remote

About The Position

Everforth ECS is seeking a remote Marine Mechanical Engineer who is a licensed Professional Engineer with expertise in shipboard mechanical engineering. The engineer will lead technical design, development, and integration for commercial and governmental marine vessels, with technical ownership of SWBS Groups 200 (Propulsion Plant), 300 (Electric Plant—Mechanical Aspects), 500 (Auxiliary Systems), and 600 (Outfit & Furnishings). The role includes stamping authority, quality control, and responsibility for meeting project requirements, classification society rules, and maritime regulations. The position develops detailed designs and specifications for piping, HVAC, refrigeration, steering gear, and other ship systems. It evaluates conceptual designs and defines work needed for detailed and production design; performs hydrodynamics, thermo-fluids, and CFD analyses for propulsion systems; and selects, sizes, and integrates mechanical components and main and auxiliary systems. The engineer also develops system drawings with assistance from CAD drafters. The engineer coordinates with other SWBS leads on integration of weight, stability, power, ship services, and structural interfaces. The work may extend across the design spiral, shipyard construction, commissioning, in-service modifications, and drydockings. Responsibilities also include reviewing and stamping design packages, calculations, and specifications; managing requirements; incorporating review feedback and scope changes; and preparing and presenting technical materials to audiences ranging from engineering teams to senior executives. Some travel may be required.

Requirements

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
B.S. or M.S. in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
5–20+ years of progressive maritime or heavy industrial engineering experience.
Familiarity with CFRs, ABS, USCG, MARPOL, and SOLAS regulations.
Proficiency with industry-standard 2D/3D CAD and CAE/FEA software suites.
Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proven ability to communicate clearly with engineering leadership and waterfront trades.
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external personnel at varying levels of technical expertise.
Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with remote team members and customers.
Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Ship Constructor is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Assume technical ownership and provide quality control for SWBS Groups 200, 300 (mechanical aspects), 500, and 600, ensuring work meets project requirements.
Review, verify, and stamp design packages, calculations, and specifications for classification societies and flag state authorities as necessary.
Map end-user requirements to systems and engineering methodologies, ensuring design criteria and regulatory standards are addressed.
Coordinate with other SWBS leads on weight, stability, power, ship services, and structural interfaces.
Support the design spiral, shipyard construction, commissioning, and in-service modifications and drydockings.
Ensure designs comply with project specifications, classification requirements, and maritime regulations.
Conduct design reviews, incorporate feedback, and implement modifications resulting from changes in project scope.
Develop and present technical materials to varied audiences, including senior executives.
Develop detailed engineering designs and specifications for piping, HVAC, refrigeration systems, and steering gear.
Evaluate conceptual ship-system designs and identify work needed to develop detailed and production designs.
Conduct hydrodynamics, thermo-fluids, and CFD analyses for propulsion systems.
Select, size, and integrate main and auxiliary systems, including pumps, fans, valves, and other mechanical components.
Develop drawings for associated systems with assistance from CAD drafters.