Field Engineering Intern

Bollinger Shipyards, Inc.; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Bollinger Shipyards, Inc. invites a Field Engineering Intern to join our team in Metairie, LA. Freshmen and sophomores studying mechanical, electrical, or naval architecture will apply classroom knowledge to real-world shipbuilding and repair projects.

You will accompany field and project engineers on vessel visits, observe construction progress, and assist with light field engineering tasks while adhering to PPE protocols and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Currently a freshman or sophomore in ME, EE, or Naval Architecture.
• Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist Field/Project Engineers visiting vessels under construction.
• Gain exposure to vessel construction processes and field engineering needs.
• Work outside office at vessel sites; PPE required daily.
• Support light-duty field engineering tasks.

Skills

MS Office

Education

Freshman/Sophomore in ME/EE/Naval Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

For nearly a century, Bollinger Shipyards has created a legacy as a leading designer and builder of high-performance marine vessels. We are renowned for delivering top-quality construction, manufacturing, and repair services with a commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dedicated Field Engineering Intern that is currently a freshman or sophomore enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Naval Architecture. This opportunity is ideal for students pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Naval Architecture who are eager to apply their academic knowledge in a professional, real-world environment.

REQUIREMENTS

• Currently a freshman or sophomore enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Naval Architecture
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

SKILLS

• Basic proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar engineering software is a plus
• Strong interpersonal skills, a proactive attitude, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Report to Field Engineers or Project Engineers to visit new vessels under construction, in order to get an appreciation for the vessels, the skill set needed for field engineering, the construction process and assist with light duty field engineering work.
• This is a great opportunity to visit new vessels under construction
• This role will require outside of office visits to the vessels
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be required and worn daily in this role