Sr. Manager, Production Engineering

LED FastStart•Metairie, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Manager of Production Engineering leads the execution of production engineering deliverables, ensuring functional designs are translated into accurate, buildable, and sequenced production work packages that support efficient ship construction. This role is responsible for driving day-to-day execution, resource alignment, and technical quality across production design teams. The Sr. Manager partners closely with Project Engineering, Functional Engineering, and Production to ensure engineering outputs meet schedule, cost, and quality requirements.

Requirements

8–10+ years of marine engineering or related experience required.
Prior leadership or supervisory experience required
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field required
Strong understanding of production engineering, shipbuilding processes, and design-to-build translation
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards (ABS, USCG, etc.)
Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
Focus on execution, quality, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Lead the development of production engineering deliverables, including work packages, drawings, and installation products
Ensure translation of functional design into production-ready outputs that meet shipyard and program requirements
Drive proper sequencing of fabrication, assembly, and installation to support build schedules
Lead, coach, and develop production designers, supervisors, and support staff
Ensure appropriate staffing across programs, including employees, contractors, and external engineering services
Align team capabilities with program needs and identify gaps or development opportunities
Partner with Project Engineering to align engineering execution with program schedules and delivery milestones
Collaborate with Production to ensure designs are practical, efficient, and executable in the field
Coordinate with Functional Engineering to ensure design integrity and compliance
Ensure production outputs meet company standards, contract requirements, and regulatory guidelines
Review and validate production deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and constructability
Support resolution of technical issues impacting production
Drive consistency in production engineering processes, outputs, and performance tracking
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce rework, and enhance throughput
Support implementation of standardized tools, processes, and best practices
Identify training needs and partner with leadership to develop team capability
Support onboarding and development of new engineers and designers