Electrical Engineering Manager

Austal USA is recognized for its advancements in naval ship design and construction, presenting distinctive opportunities for team members to participate in influential initiatives shaping the maritime sector now and in the future. With a heritage rooted in innovation, Austal USA has been instrumental in propelling naval technology forward through sophisticated design, engineering, and delivery of Littoral Combat Ships (LCS), Expeditionary Fast Transport (EPF) to the recently awarded Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC), Expeditionary Medical Ship (EMS), and the T-AGOS ocean surveillance vessels. What sets Austal USA apart is our commitment to innovation and our dedication to building the best ships for the United States Navy and the United States Coast Guard. We actively cultivate a culture fueled by intellectual curiosity and diverse perspectives, where every team member is integral to delivering cutting-edge solutions.

REPORTS TO : Sr Department Manager & Program Engineer

SUPERVISES : Engineer III, Engineer II, Engineer I, Designers and Draftspersons

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Responsible for overseeing Department Goals for a specific project as directed by the Program Engineer and Sr Department Manger
• Responsible for preparing, overseeing and assigning design calculations and drawing development to support Program Goals
• Responsible for checking calculations
• Responsible for progressing all department work

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE :

Successful completion of a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent engineering degree or minimum 10 years of equivalent marine design experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

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DIRECTION EXERCISED :

DISCRETION EXERCISED :

LIAISES WITH : Engineers, Production Personnel, Customer, Regulatory Bodies, Program Management and Equipment Suppliers

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES :

Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA :

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and / or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud, + 90 dB.

SAFETY

Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.

Equal Employment Commitment

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance : 251-445-1932.

Austal's commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.