Shipbuilding Instructor (Welding)

Hanwha Philly Shipyard•Philadelphia, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipbuilding Instructor serves as a subject matter expert who promotes a strong safety culture, supports workforce development initiatives, evaluates apprentice performance, and ensures all training activities align with production requirements, regulatory standards, and organizational objectives.

Requirements

Associate degree in a technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum three (3) years of shipbuilding, ship repair, marine manufacturing, or related industrial experience
Demonstrated knowledge of shipbuilding operations, fabrication, and assembly processes
MS Office proficiency (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Nice To Haves

Experience with education and curriculum development
Completion of a registered apprenticeship program

Responsibilities

Ensure that all Hanwha Philly Shipyard (HPSI) safety procedures, rules, and regulations are followed and met
Demonstrate CORE principles (Caring, One-Shipyard, Responsible, and Evolving)
Deliver classroom and hands-on instruction in shipbuilding-related disciplines
Instruct trainees and apprentices on shipyard safety procedures, policies, and industry standards
Demonstrate proper use of shipbuilding tools, equipment, and machinery
Provide training in: Shipbuilding fundamentals, Structural fabrication, Plate and stiffener assembly, Blueprint and drawing interpretation, Welding processes and techniques, Material handling and rigging awareness, Quality standards and workmanship
Conduct practical demonstrations and skill assessments
Develop, evaluate, and update all shipbuilding-related training curriculum and hands-on exercises, and ensure consistent formatting and structure
Responsible for overseeing and documenting apprentice progress when assigned to Production (Roving Instructor)
Support the Apprenticeship Coordinator with the Apprenticeship Program (JAC Reviews, Data Collection, Interviews, Recruiting, etc.)
Successfully pass the HPSI Shipbuilder FCAW & SMAW 3F/4F qualification test
Perform other related duties as required and assigned