Project Department Manager Engineering

Austal USA•Mobile, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Department Manager Engineering is responsible for overseeing Department Goals for a specific project as directed by the Program Engineer and Chief Department Engineer. This role involves preparing, overseeing, and assigning design calculations and drawing development to support Program Goals. The manager is also responsible for checking calculations and progressing all department work. The position exercises direction by leading and directing the work of Engineers I, II, III, Designers, and Draftspersons, and determines the technical adequacy of drawings and calculations. Discretion is exercised by providing input to evaluations of these personnel and having the authority to direct, evaluate, and correct their work. The role liaises with Engineers, Production Personnel, Customers, Regulatory Bodies, Program Management, and Equipment Suppliers.

Requirements

Minimum 8 plus years of design and/or construction experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines
Experienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers
Computer literate and familiar with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products
Thorough knowledge of ship and propulsion systems
Strong working knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, DNV, GL, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.)
US Citizenship
Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Naval Architecture or equivalent engineering degree or minimum 15 years of equivalent marine design experience (for Naval Architect)
Thorough knowledge of vessel structural design (for Naval Architect)
Thorough knowledge of vessel trim & stability calculations (for Naval Architect)
Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Marine or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent engineering degree or minimum 15 years of equivalent marine design experience (for Marine / Mechanical Engineer)
Thorough knowledge of ship and propulsion system design and operation (for Marine / Mechanical Engineer)
Thorough knowledge of engine alignment and shaft design and alignment (for Marine / Mechanical Engineer)
Thorough knowledge of HVAC design (for Marine / Mechanical Engineer)
Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent engineering degree or minimum 15 years of equivalent marine design experience (for Electrical Engineer)
Thorough knowledge of power distribution and lighting systems (for Electrical Engineer)
Thorough knowledge of automation, control and communication systems (for Electrical Engineer)
Strong working knowledge of IEEE and NEC (for Electrical Engineer)
Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or minimum 15 years of equivalent marine design experience (for Fit Out Engineer)
Thorough knowledge of light weight aluminum joiner construction (for Fit Out Engineer)
Strong working knowledge of USPH requirements (for Fit Out Engineer)
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

Experienced in the construction of high speed aluminum vessels
Working knowledge of modular construction methods
Experienced in design and construction of US Navy vessels
Understanding of shock design
Working knowledge of FEA methods (for Naval Architect)
Working knowledge of FEA methods (for Marine / Mechanical Engineer)
Knowledge of composite shafting (for Marine / Mechanical Engineer)

Responsibilities

Overseeing Department Goals for a specific project as directed by the Program Engineer and Chief Department Engineer
Preparing, overseeing and assigning design calculations and drawing development to support Program Goals
Checking calculations
Progressing all department work
Leading and directing the work of Engineers I, II, III, Designers and Draftspersons
Determining technical adequacy of drawings and calculations
Providing input to evaluations of Engineers I, II, III, Designers and Draftspersons
Directing, evaluating and correcting the work of Engineers I, II, III, Designers and Draftspersons
Liaising with Engineers, Production Personnel, Customer, Regulatory Bodies, Program Management and Equipment Suppliers