Mechanical Design Lead

Austal•Mobile, AL

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Design Lead is responsible for drawing development as assigned by engineering management. This role involves leading and directing the work of Designers and Draftspersons to meet department deadlines. The Lead will collaborate with Production Management, internal and external cross-functional design teams, business partners, customer representatives, and equipment manufacturers. Key responsibilities include reviewing the technical adequacy of drawings, providing direction for corrections, establishing policies related to design concepts and procedures, and training junior staff. The Lead also provides constructive feedback and input into performance management, approves employee schedules and vacation time, and reviews employee training needs, contributing to the department budget for training.

Requirements

Ten (10) years of shipyard design and construction experience; Ten (10) years of 3D modeling experience; or equivalent related maritime/production experience
One (1) – Three (3) years’ experience leading design teams of five or more persons
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Understanding of work scheduling processes and ability to adhere to strict deadlines
Ability to interact positively with Production managers, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers.
Strong knowledge of AutoCAD, Ship Constructor or other 3D modeling software
Computer literate with Microsoft Office software
Possess a thorough understanding of vessel design, in any or all of the following areas: structure, HVAC, mechanical systems, wire ways or fitout
18 years of age or older at time of application
Able to provide proof of US Person Status
No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date
Willing to submit to a drug screen
Willing to submit to a background check

Nice To Haves

AA Degree in CAD.
Experience in the construction of high speed aluminum vessels
Knowledge of modular construction methods
Knowledge in design and construction of US Navy vessels

Responsibilities

Responsible for drawing development as assigned by the Chief Department Engineer, Project Department Manager or Department Engineer III
Leads and directs the work of Designers I, II, III, IV and Draftspersons to meet department deadlines.
Works with Production Management, cross-functional design teams internal and external to the company, including business partner representatives, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers.
Reviews technical adequacy of drawings and provides direction as to corrections or adjustments to meet customer requirements.
Establishes policies with relation to design concepts and procedures.
Trains Designers I, II, III, IV and Draftspersons according to established standards and procedures.
Responsible to supply constructive feedback to employees and provide input into performance management that may affect employment actions.
Responsible to review and approve employees’ schedules, including managing and approving vacation time to ensure that sufficient resources are available to meet work requirements.
Responsible to review and approve employees’ training.
Provides input to department budget for subordinate training needs.