Manager, Mechanical Engineer

Crowley Maritime Corporation; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Parental leave

Training & development

Employee wellness

Job summary

Crowley Maritime Corporation is seeking a senior Marine Engineer to lead the Engineering team in design development for mechanical and electrical systems on US-flagged vessels. You will deliver project management and technical guidance across a range of vessel design, construction, and modification projects.

The role requires a PE license (mechanical or naval architecture) and a strong track record in marine mechanical system design, with a minimum of 10 years in engineering and at least 3 years

Qualifications

• PE license is required for practice in marine engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in naval architecture, marine engineering or related field is required.
• Minimum 10+ years of engineering experience in marine environments; 3+ years in supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Marine Engineering team, including performance management and resource planning.
• Set and maintain engineering standards, procedures, and tools for high-quality project execution.
• Provide technical leadership for marine projects, reviews, and deliverables.
• Review plans, drawings, specs, calculations, schedules, and budgets for accuracy and constructability.
• Manage multidisciplinary projects across scope, schedule, and stakeholder communication.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, regulators, and classification societies to support approvals and objectives.
• Support proposal activities with technical input and scope guidance.
• Contribute to feasibility studies and operational evaluations for safe engineering solutions.
• Foster safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across all work.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Engineering review

Communication

Office software

AutoCAD

Rhino

PIPE-FLO

ShipConstructor

Education

PE license (Mechanical/Naval Architecture)

Bachelor's degree in naval architecture or marine engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino

PIPE-FLO

ShipConstructor

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Who We Are:

As a privately held, U.S.-owned and operated company, Crowley provides services to 36 nations and island territories. Our purpose is to bravely advance what's possible to elevate people and planet, with our core values of Integrity, Sustainability and Drive guiding everything we do.

By expanding and innovating our services, we have expanded our footprint in services within the Logistics, Land Transportation, Shipping, Wind and Fuel industries. Crowley and its affiliated companies have generated more than $3.5 billion in annual revenue through our people's focus on excellence and a culture that values everyone's voices and collaboration.

To continue laying the groundwork and challenge what's possible for our business, we seek to partner with individuals ready to elevate their careers with us.

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid

What You'll Do:

Responsible for leading the Crowley Marine Engineering team, overseeing engineering and design development for mechanical and electrical systems, and delivering project management and technical expertise across a diverse set of marine vessel design, construction, and modification projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the Marine Engineering team, including supporting performance management, hiring, onboarding, talent development, and resource planning.
• Establish and maintain engineering standards, procedures, tools, and best practices to promote consistent, high-quality, and compliant project execution.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance for marine engineering projects, including design reviews, engineering deliverables, and project recommendations.
• Review plans, drawings, specifications, calculations, schedules, estimates, and technical documentation for accuracy, completeness, constructability, and compliance.
• Manage multidisciplinary projects by overseeing scope, schedule, budget, resources, stakeholder communication, and successful project delivery.
• Partner with internal teams, clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, flag authorities, and classification societies to support project approvals, issue resolution, and business objectives.
• Support proposal and business development efforts by providing technical input, scope guidance, and subject matter expertise for marine engineering work.
• Lead or contribute to technical studies, feasibility assessments, and operational evaluations that support safe, effective, and practical engineering solutions.
• Promote a strong safety, quality, and compliance culture by ensuring work aligns with applicable health, safety, environmental, regulatory, licensing, ethical, and company standards.
• Exercise licensed professional engineering judgment, including reviewing and approving qualified engineering documents as required.

Qualifications

Education & Credentials:

• Bachelor's degree in naval architecture, marine engineering, mechanical engineering or related field.

Experience:

• 10+ years’ experience in engineering professional services as a marine engineer, naval architect, electrical engineer, or mechanical engineer, with a focus on US-flagged marine vessels systems.
• 3+ years working in a supervisory capacity. Demonstrated experience with marine mechanical system design and review.
• Prior experience providing PE stamping and engineering oversight on complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards (e.g., ABS, USCG, DNV, ASME, NFPA).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document engineering decisions.

Technical Skills:

Proficient in following software environments:

• Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook
• AutoCAD

Other:

Professional Engineer (PE) license in mechanical engineering or naval architecture and marine engineering required Licensure through Washington preferred, by comity acceptable. Proficiency with Rhino, PIPE-FLO, and ShipConstructor preferred.

Competencies:

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to prioritize, organize and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously. Ability to evaluate process effectiveness and develop change or alternatives. Ability to review project work, quantities, costs, accuracy of specifications, completeness, and constructability. Ability to interpret architectural/engineering drawings, specifications, codes, standards, and regulatory requirements. Ability to effectively manage projects that may vary in nature and scope. Knowledge of and ability to utilize design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. Knowledge of principles, practices and concepts of project management. Knowledge of federal, state and local safety regulations, protocols, and procedures as they pertain to environmental health standards.

Working Conditions:

Works both inside an office environment and also outside in conditions of both high and low temperatures. May be exposed to odors, dust, dirt, mechanical hazards, high noise levels and potentially dangerous equipment. Must be able to crouch and stoop to get into areas with restricted headroom and be able to climb ladders. May require extended use of computer keyboard and viewing of computer monitor and ability to sit for long periods of time.

What We Offer?

We inspire top talent by offering a comprehensive and competitive package that supports the diverse needs of our people—on land, at sea, in offices, and remotely.

Our Total Rewards include:

• Competitive pay with recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, and paid vacation and holidays
• Leave and family support: parental leave and sick leave
• Learning and growth: access to training and development for continuous skill development
• Well-being resources: Employee Assistance Program, wellness program, and gym membership discounts

At Crowley, we invest in you—your success, your health, and your future.

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