Fincantieri Marine Systems North America, Inc. · 4 days ago
Waterfront Engineer
Fincantieri Marine Systems North America, Inc. is seeking a Waterfront Engineer to support complex ship repair and facilities projects. The role involves providing technical expertise in vessel docking, mooring, and repair engineering while ensuring compliance with operational requirements and managing project delivery across multiple departments.
ManufacturingMarine TechnologyMarine TransportationMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Manages the cost, quality, and schedule of assigned projects
Participates with other organizational leaders to develop, interpret, and implement policies and procedures for the organization
Interacts clearly, constructively, and positively with all functional departments and senior leadership to ensure projects are completed on-time and with minimal disruption to planned events
Collaborates with other departments to determine project elements and priorities
Ensures adherence with governing regulatory and port authorities, environmental and safety compliance, permitting agencies and, adherence to building codes and permitting requirements for applicable projects
Solicits and provides supporting documentation for cost estimates on design, labor, and materials, along with other project costs related to capital project programs
Works cooperatively with clients to build and maintain relationships
Supports the development of both short- and long-term plans for the organization to include capital investments such as quay wall replacements, new floating drydocks, utility upgrades, and building upgrades
Manages the Waterfront Operations Department and associated operations
Supports the Waterfront Operations department with the development of safe ship mooring plans
Supports the planning and scheduling of ship movements, dockings and inclines, ordering tugs and pilots, positioning of vessel at piers and coordinating ship and barge movements
Develops docking and undocking calculations as well as supports the execution of vessel dockings
Develop and revise structural repair drawings, including shell plate renewals, insert repairs, stiffener replacements, bulkhead renewals, and foundation modifications
Produce detailed sketches and templates for steel repairs, incorporating field measurements, photos, and inspection reports
Support pre-fabrication planning by creating shop sketches, nesting layouts, and bill of materials (BOMs)
Coordinate with shipfitters, welders, and quality inspectors to verify as-built conditions and ensure drawings are accurate and constructible
Prepare as-built documentation following completion of repairs, maintaining revision control in accordance with shipyard document management procedures
Interface with naval architects, engineers, and regulatory agencies (ABS, NAVSEA, USCG, etc.) for drawing review and approval as required
Maintain and update drawing libraries and standards, ensuring compliance with company drafting practices and project-specific requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in marine engineering, naval architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience in the operation of floating drydocks
3+ years of experience working within the Maritime industry
Proficiency in AutoCAD
Familiarity with ISO drawing standards
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience Performing Mooring and Vessel Stability Calculations
Experience Performing Vessel Docking and Undocking Calculations
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
Ability to work in both office and field environments, including shipboard inspections
Preferred
Experience drafting vessel repair plans
Experience performing docking and undocking calculations for a Marine Travel Lift
Strong knowledge of steel structures, welding symbols, and ship construction terminology
Familiarity with ABS/NAVSEA standards, repair practices, and shipyard procedures
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and survey reports
Lean Six Sigma Certification
Familiarity with Navy Regulations NSTM 997 and MILD-STD-1625D