Mechanical Engineer IV

REPORTS TO : Chief Department Engineer or Engineering Lead

SUPERVISES : Engineer III, Engineer II, Engineer I

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provides expert judgement and analysis for the design, development and implementation of engineering products / procedures, shipboard systems and overall ship designs
• Able to troubleshoot and solve highly complex technical issues in a timely manner and communicate Expertly researched resolutions to management
• Extensive engineering knowledge and is considered an expert in one or more engineering specialties
• Responsible for complex system calculations, specification trace packages, detailed engineering reports and system drawings
• Responsible for checking designs and drawings for accuracy and adherence to contract requirements
• Facilitates training, mentoring, and developing other engineers
• Able to establish relationships (liaise / coordinate) with other engineers, departments, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure projects are completed on time and to specifications
• Complies with Austal's employee handbook general guidelines, company procedures and policies.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE :

8+ years of relevant engineering experience in the shipbuilding industry, or 12+ years engineering experience

Experienced in the design and construction of US Navy, Coast Guard, and Commercial vessels

Mechanical Engineer Specific Requirements :

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES :

T OOLS : Computer - MS Office, AutoCAD

DIRECTION EXERCISED :

DISCRETION EXERCISED :

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

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 may be 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.