Austal USA · 3 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer III
Mobile, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAustal USA is a leader in maritime vessel construction and repair, seeking a Mechanical Engineer III. The role involves complex design calculations and project management for shipboard systems, ensuring compliance with regulations and technical support during construction.
Shipbuilding
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for complex design calculations and drawing development for the construction, maintenance, and repair of maritime vessels and shipboard systems including structural, propulsion, electrical, and hydraulic mechanics
Ensuring vessel design is in compliance with relevant regulatory authorities, specifications and customer requirements
Responsible for the technical management of design and analyses projects from concept to completion
Reviews drawings for compliance, accuracy and ease of production
Liaise with production and provide technical support during construction
Directs engineers, designers and drafters, engineering consultants, and/or vendors in the development of vessel design information
Works with production and project teams to successfully implement vessel and vessel component designs
Facilitates training, mentoring, and developing other engineers
Provides work leadership and direction to other engineers
Complies with Austal’s employee handbook general guidelines, company procedures and policies
Qualification
Required
5 to 8 years of relevant engineering experience in the manufacturing, construction (or similar) industry, shipbuilding industry strongly preferred
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Possesses strong leadership skills, Ability to help grow company culture
Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines
Experienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers
Proficient in the use of AutoCAD, and MS Office products
Bachelor's Degree in Marine / Mechanical Engineering or related engineering degree
Strong technical knowledge in one of the following areas: Piping system design, HVAC design, Ship and propulsion system design and operation, Engine alignment and shaft design and alignment, Mechanical analysis (pressure loss, stress, thermal, hydrodynamics vibration), Outfitting and lightweight joiner construction
The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities
Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA: 18 years of age or older at time of application, Able to provide proof of US Person Status, No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date, No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date, Willing to submit to a drug screen, Willing to submit to a background check
Preferred
Experienced in Steel and Aluminum Ship Construction
Knowledge and application of modular construction methods
Strong working knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.)
Demonstrated experience in the design and construction of US Navy vessels
Strong working knowledge of shock design
Strong working knowledge of FEA methods, experience with FEMAP / NASTRAN a plus
Strong working knowledge of composite shafting
Company
Austal USA
Austal USA is a ship manufacturer headquartered in Mobile, Ala., with service centers in San Diego and Singapore and a technology center in Charlottesville, Va.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Christy Taylor
Chief Operating Officer - Transformation
Adam Overstreet
Vice President of Legal Affairs & Chief Compliance Officer
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