Structural Engineering Intern

Austal•Mobile, AL

About The Position

The Structural Engineering Intern works alongside experienced professionals to gain insight into the design, development, and execution of maritime solutions. The role contributes to engineering projects and helps maintain engineering procedures throughout product development to support deliverables involving cost, reliability, and manufacturing objectives. The intern works with engineers, production personnel, other Austal departments as directed, and equipment suppliers. The position is based in production facility offices, with significant time spent working with and around production in a construction-based environment. Candidates receive training on current CAD software and must demonstrate basic navigation skills within the first 30 days of employment. Candidates must be at least 18 years old at application, provide proof of US Person Status, and meet the stated criminal-history eligibility guidelines. Applicants must also be willing to submit to a drug screen and background check. Austal USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination, retaliation, and harassment on legally protected grounds. Qualified individuals with disabilities who encounter application issues related to incompatible technology or disability may contact 251-445-1932 for assistance.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering or Naval Architecture at an accredited university.
Maintain a minimum overall GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Successfully complete the second semester of the discipline-specific Engineering or Naval Architecture curriculum (latest release date).
Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Be eager to learn and contribute to complex engineering projects.
Be able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and in a production environment.
Demonstrate project and time management skills.
Have systematic troubleshooting and root-cause analysis abilities.
Demonstrate a strong sense of ownership.
Clearly and effectively communicate technical and design issues to internal and external customers; strong written and communication skills are required.
Be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
Provide proof of US Person Status.
Have no felony conviction for theft/deception or violent crimes within seven years from the disposition date, and no felony conviction for drug crimes within three years from the disposition date.
Be willing to submit to a drug screen and background check.
Be comfortable working in a construction-based environment.
Demonstrate basic navigational expertise in current CAD software within the first 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD design software.

Responsibilities

Perform basic engineering calculations.
Create, change, or maintain technical documentation in support of ship design products.
Contribute innovative approaches and ideas.
Interface with suppliers regarding engineering specification and documentation inquiries.
Evaluate and solve technical issues in product development.
Update and validate Purchase Specifications according to internal guidance.
Update Vendor-Furnished Information according to supervisor guidance.
Perform 2D CAD red-line mark-ups from supervisory engineers.
Support cost-saving activities.
Generate reports as required.
Collaborate with internal and external customers on technical matters.
Support field surveys and other field-related tasks as directed by the immediate supervisor and in support of the Field Engineering group.
Contribute to assigned projects and maintain appropriate engineering procedures throughout product development to achieve engineering deliverables involving cost, reliability, and manufacturing objectives.
Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned.