Mechanical Engineer I - SDCA

REPORTS TO:  Chief Department Engineer & Project Department Engineer

SUPERVISES:  N/A

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for routine design calculations and drawing development for the construction, maintenance, and repair of maritime vessels and shipboard systems including structural, propulsion, electrical, and hydraulic mechanics.
• Complies with Austal’s employee handbook general guidelines, company procedures and policies.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

• General:
  • 0 to 3 years of related engineering, design or construction experience or equivalent experience
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines
  • Ability to interact with production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives, and equipment manufacturers
  • Computer literate and familiar with AutoCAD and MS Office products
• Preferred:
  • Experience with Steel and Aluminum Ship Construction  
  • Knowledge of modular construction methods
  • Knowledge in design and construction of US Navy vessels
  • Knowledge of shock design 
  • Knowledge of ship and propulsion systems desired
  • Knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.)
  • Knowledge of FEA methods, experience with FEMAP / NASTRAN a plus

Naval Architect Specific Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Naval Architecture or related engineering degree (At time of hire)
• Experience and knowledge in vessel structural design preferred
• Knowledge of vessel trim, stability, and hydrostatic calculations

Structural Engineer Specific Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree