Mechanical Engineer I

Austal USA • Mobile, AL

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About The Position

Austal USA is hiring a Mechanical Engineer I to support naval ship design and construction. The role is responsible for routine design calculations and developing drawings for the construction, maintenance, and repair of maritime vessels and shipboard systems, including structural, propulsion, electrical, and hydraulic mechanics. The position may determine the technical adequacy of drawings and calculations and works with engineers, production personnel, customers, regulatory bodies, program management, and equipment suppliers.

The role requires compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as applicable company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations. A DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary for the position’s responsibilities. Candidates must meet Austal USA’s basic employment eligibility guidelines, including being at least 18 at application, proving U.S. Person status, and submitting to drug screening and a background check.

Requirements

• 0 to 3 years of related engineering, design, or construction experience, or equivalent experience.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of scheduling and ability to adhere to strict deadlines.
• Ability to interact with production, design teams from multiple companies, customer representatives, and equipment manufacturers.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field at the time of hire.
• At least 18 years of age at the time of application.
• Able to provide proof of U.S. Person status.
• No felony convictions for theft/deception or violent crimes within seven years of the disposition date.
• No felony convictions for drug crimes within three years of the disposition date.
• Willing to submit to a drug screen and background check.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary for the position’s responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with steel and aluminum ship construction.
• Knowledge of modular construction methods.
• Knowledge of design and construction of U.S. Navy vessels.
• Knowledge of shock design.
• Knowledge of ship and propulsion systems.
• Knowledge of maritime regulatory authorities, such as ABS, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, and IMO.
• Knowledge of FEA methods; FEMAP/NASTRAN experience is a plus.
• Knowledge in one or more of the following areas: piping system design, HVAC design, ship and propulsion system design, engine alignment and shaft design/alignment, or outfitting and lightweight joiner construction.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine design calculations and develop drawings for construction, maintenance, and repair of maritime vessels and shipboard systems.
• Comply with Austal’s employee handbook guidelines, company procedures, and policies.
• Comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.
• May determine the technical adequacy of drawings and calculations.
• Coordinate and liaise with engineers, production personnel, customers, regulatory bodies, program management, and equipment suppliers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level