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Saronic Technologies · 8 hours ago

Ship Build Engineer

Franklin, LA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. They are seeking a talented and motivated Ship Building Engineer to support the design, analysis, and development of autonomous surface vessels, providing hands-on experience in traditional ship building and advanced autonomous technologies.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingMarine TechnologyMilitarySecurity

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist in the design, development, analysis, and construction of ASVs

Collaborate with other engineers to perform CAD modeling, structural/mechanical/electrical design, and weight management for vessel optimization

Operate as liaison between engineering, drafting, and production to resolve challenges that arise during design and construction

Identify and resolve non-conformances, lead root cause analysis, and drive resolution via IRBs (Issue Review Boards) and rework plans

Lead and coordinate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)—ensure traceability, communication, implementation, and verification

Support the integration of autonomous navigation and control systems into vessel designs

Participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions for new and existing vessel concepts

Support documentation, technical writing, and preparation of reports for internal use, regulatory bodies, and client presentations

Manage CAD models to document changes made during ship construction

Support sea-trials and at-sea testing of ASVs as needed

Qualification

Naval Architecture2D3D CAD softwareShipyard experienceMaritime industry standardsEngineering principlesCommunication skillsTechnical writing

Required

Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Familiarity with maritime industry standards including ABS and coast guard regulations

Strong fundamentals in core engineering principles, including structure, mechanical, and electrical systems

Experience working in a shipyard or onboard ships

Strong knowledge with 2D and 3D CAD software (e.g., Rhino, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, NX)

Deep familiarity with interpreting technical drawings, GD&T, weld symbols, and fabrication tolerances

Strong communication skills across engineers, technicians, quality teams, and leadership

Comfortable working in an industrial shipyard environment

Benefits

Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan

Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Company

Saronic Technologies

Saronic is building cutting-edge unmanned surface vehicles that enable maritime security and domain awareness by combining best-in-class hardware, software and artificial intelligence into one scalable, fully integrated platform.

Founded in 2022