Project Engineer

Job Description

Austal USA is searching for a skilled marine engineer or technician with hands-on experience inDiesel Electric Propulsion (DEP) and Machinery Control Systems. The ideal candidate will support mechanical and electrical system design, troubleshooting, and integration activities across propulsion and power-generation equipment. Strong diagnostic skills, familiarity with automation / control interfaces, and the ability to work in a dynamic maritime engineering environment are essential.

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 : Deputy Program Engineer

SUPERVISES : Directs the work of engineering personnel assigned to the Project Team and engineering activities as directed by the Deputy Program Engineer.

SUMMARY : Responsible for technical / operational leadership of project(s) in a matrixed environment by performing technical studies to define, generate and review project requirements, monitoring the assigned project(s) to ensure work scope, schedule, and budget are well defined and maintained, and coordinates between resource managers / supervisors and ensures reviews and approvals are received.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

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• Responsible for technical / operational leadership of assigned project(s) / mission within the programmatic guidelines set by the Program Manager and customer.

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QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE :

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five (5) years' experience in either shipyard design and large ship construction or as a Cognizant Engineer over multiple systems or similar large scale engineering design project (i.e. offshore platforms), OR

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ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES :

All candidates must meet Austal USA's basic employment eligibility guidelines :

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TOOLS : Computer - MS Office, AutoCAD

DIRECTION EXERCISED : Coordinates the work of Engineers, Designers and Draftspersons assigned to the Program.

DISCRETION EXERCISED : As assigned by the Deputy Program Engineer

LIAISES WITH : Engineers, Designers, Draftspersons, Production Personnel, Production Control, Supply, Logistics, Regulatory Bodies, Program Management and Equipment Suppliers

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Must be able to tour all vessels and work sites. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally

required to sit.

Specific physical requirements include the following :

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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.