Autonomous Vessel Structural Engineer

Saronic; Franklin (LA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Time Off

Parental Leave

401(k) plan with company match

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Free lunch & unlimited drinks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Structural Build Engineer to support the design, analysis, and fabrication of autonomous surface vessels. The role involves hands-on oversight of main hull structure, foundations, and fabrication at the shipyard, interfacing with the design team in Austin.

Responsibilities include CAD modeling, ECO management, dimensional inspections, and ensuring compliance with structural standards while integrating autonomous navigation systems into vessel designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with ABS rules, AWS welding standards, and US Coast Guard regulations.
• Strong fundamentals in structural engineering principles including statics and strength of materials.
• Experience working in a shipyard or marine construction environment with structural focus.
• Proficiency with 2D/3D CAD software (SolidWorks, NX, Rhino, AutoCAD).
• Experience with structural cutfile generation, nesting software, and CNC cutting processes.
• Knowledge of GD&T, weld symbols, fabrication tolerances, and assembly procedures.
• Understanding of welding processes, materials, and marine-grade materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, analysis, and fabrication of ship structural components including hull structure and foundations.
• Collaborate on CAD modeling, analysis, and system optimization.
• Coordinate between engineering, drafting, and production to resolve construction challenges.
• Lead ECOs, ensure traceability and implementation.
• Support integration of autonomous navigation and control systems into vessel designs.
• Participate in design reviews and provide input on architecture and performance.
• Support documentation, drawings, test procedures, and as-built records.
• Manage CAD models documenting as-built changes during construction.
• Oversee welding, machining, and fit-up to meet structural specs.
• Perform dimensional inspections and verify welded joints and assemblies.

Skills

Structural engineering fundamentals

Shipyard experience

CAD modeling

2D/3D CAD tools

NDT knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

AutoCAD

Rhino

Job description

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Structural Build Engineer to support the design, analysis, and fabrication of autonomous surface vessels. The role involves hands-on oversight of main hull structure, foundations, and fabrication at the shipyard, interfacing with the design team in Austin.

Responsibilities include CAD modeling, ECO management, dimensional inspections, and ensuring compliance with structural standards while integrating autonomous navigation systems into vessel designs.