Shipyard Design Manager

Senesco Marine•North Kingstown, RI

17h•Onsite

About The Position

A Shipyard Design Manager directs the technical development of ship construction projects from concept to delivery, leading a team of engineers and drafters to ensure designs meet regulatory, budget, and performance requirements. They oversee CAD modeling, design drawings/documentations, and system integrations, while bridging communication between design, production, and the clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or related field).
5-10+ years in ship design/shipyard engineering, with proven leadership experience.
The Ship Design experience must include : a working understanding of all aspects of Naval Architecture, Structures, Propulsion and Auxiliaries, Electrical, and Mission Systems.
Deep understanding of ship systems, including structural design, piping, HVAC, and marine electrical systems.
Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and Shipconstructor.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and electronic document management systems (EDMS).
Strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under time constraints.

Nice To Haves

Proven experience leading complex ship design projects or engineering organizations (5+ years).
Expertise in design and engineering of U.S. naval, coast guard, or other government vessels.

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and review all functional & detailed structural, outfitting, and production drawings (e.g., General Arrangements, Midship sections) for new builds and/or repairs.
Manages the functional & detailed engineering efforts for the new builds or repairs.
Own and guide the overall technical solution for assigned projects.
Identify and report technical risks to the Engineering Director.
Manages the training and development of the personnel.
Implement and manage QC & process instructions within the Design Engineering team.
Ensure the ship designs & deliverables comply with Classification Society rules (e.g., ABS, DNV), national regulations, international regulations (SOLAS), client specifications and Senesco production preferences.
Coordinate with project managers and production teams to resolve design conflicts during construction.
Track the deliverables list along with due dates.
Manage project documentation, including design reviews, 3D models, design conflict resolution, work instructions, and technical specifications.
Facilitate design reviews, client presentations, and progress updates.
Send weekly updates on the engineering deliverables.
Support marketing and business development efforts for new ship design programs, including concept design and technical proposal leadership.