*NEW* MARINE MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Overview

Palmer Johnson is seeking an experienced Marine Mechanical & Electrical Engineer. The successful candidate will work in the engineering team based in Pisa. He/ she will furthermore have the role of an electrical specialist. Part of the job is also supplying the production team with a huge wealth of information. Flexibility in working with both design and production teams is required to ensure that a varied range of projects are fulfilled to the best of the team’s ability.

Details

• Type: Full-Time
• Experience: 7 Years+
• Function: Engineering, production
• Location: Pisa, Italy

Job Description

• Coordinate and manage external engineering companies contracted by Palmer Johnson Yachts related to systems.
• Responsible for P&ID design of all shipboard mechanical and electrical systems.
• Design marine mechanical systems by applying principles of mechanics, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, heat transfer, and materials.
• Optimize systems design and engineering for manufacturing, by researching cutting edge manufacturing and assembly methods and materials.
• Understand critical interfaces between structure, systems and interior design.
• Develop marine mechanical and electrical systems in line with vessel specifications.
• Responsible for systems compliance with regulatory bodies, including diagram submission & review of Design Appraisal Documents to the following societies: MCA, SOLAS, Lloyd’s, DNV & RINA. For smaller boats, knowledge of CE rules and the USCG is required.
• 3D modeling of marine mechanical systems ensuring the most efficient use of space in respect to equipment & system function.
• Management of production drawings.
• Negotiation of equipment contracts with vendors.
• Management of technical information between clients, equipment manufactures, and outside design firms.
• System of Change Orders - technical and costing analysis.
• Responsible for Commissioning of Equipment and start up during vessel launch.
• Perform systems diagnostics during dock trials and record performance data during sea trials.
• Responsible for Crew training of mechanical systems & preparation of Operations manuals.
• Prepare reports for systems improvements.

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor and/or Master’s degree in Marine / Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 7+ years experience in Yacht design engineering ranging from 50ft up to 170ft and/or ship yard engineering experience.
• Competence with 3D CAD applications such as Solid Works; Cadmatic would be a plus; AutoCAD, Navisworks, Rhinoceros and Microsoft Office package.
• Good English & Italian verbal & written communication skills.

COMPREHENSIVE KNOWLEDGE OF THE FOLLOWING YACHT SYSTEMS:

• Black/Gray Drainage
• Fuel Transfer System
• Fuel Service
• Lube Oil
• Central Hydraulics

How to apply

To apply please send your Resume and Cover Letter to: careers@palmerjohnson.com with the subject line “Marine Mechanical & Electrical Engineering”.