Mechanical Engineer

Sayres and Associates Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sayres and Associates Corporation seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineer with an active SECRET clearance to support the PMS 300/325 Ship Design Management team in Washington, DC. You will provide SME expertise for mechanical systems and shipboard equipment across early concept through construction phases.

The role requires seven years of design experience, 3D modeling, and ABS/military specifications knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Seven years of design experience in ship design and construction.
• Experience with ABS specifications and military requirements.
• Ability to analyze system interfaces in 3D environment and communicate impacts.
• Active Secret Clearance verifiable in DISS/JPAS.
• Experience with 3D modeling and ship system integration.

Responsibilities

• Support concept studies, feasibility studies, preliminary design, contract design, detail design, construction activities, independent design reviews, and shipboard installation.
• Contribute to special studies related to ships, boats, craft, ship systems, and shipboard equipment.
• Provide mechanical engineering support throughout shipbuilding process to ensure successful concept and preliminary design activities.
• Collaborate on contract design activities and detail design and construction activities to optimize ship systems.
• Conduct independent design reviews and assess mechanical components for standards and regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical expertise for in-service ship design and engineering activities.
• Assist shipboard installation and ensure integration of mechanical components.
• Engage in special studies with analyses to enhance shipbuilding processes and designs.
• Perform advanced mechanical analyses and simulations to optimize ship systems.
• Conduct mechanical tests and evaluations to validate reliability.

Skills

Ship design experience

3D modeling

Autodesk Navisworks

FMEA experience

Engineering analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Navisworks

PIPE-FLO

2D DWG

Hand calculations

Job description

Sayres is currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer with an active SECRET clearance, verifiable in DISS in Washington, DC.

Responsibilities:

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will support the PMS 300/325 Ship Design Management team, providing SME expertise for technical and engineering efforts on the assigned Hull (e.g T-AGOS, T-AO, T-ATS, T-AOL, T-ARC, Service Craft). Your responsibilities will encompass, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supporting concept studies, feasibility studies, preliminary design, contract design, detail design, construction activities, independent design reviews, and shipboard installation.
• Contribute to special studies related to ships, boats, craft, ship systems, and shipboard equipment.

• Offer comprehensive mechanical engineering and technical support throughout the shipbuilding process, ensuring the successful execution of concept studies, feasibility studies, and preliminary design activities with a focus on mechanical systems and equipment.
• Collaborate on contract design activities and detail design and construction activities, leveraging your mechanical engineering expertise to optimize ship systems' performance and functionality.
• Conduct independent design reviews, meticulously assessing mechanical components and systems to meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical expertise for in-service ship design and engineering activities, contributing to the continuous improvement and efficiency of mechanical systems.
• Offer essential support during shipboard installation, ensuring seamless integration and functionality of mechanical components and equipment.
• Participate in special studies, conducting thorough analyses and providing valuable insights to enhance shipbuilding processes and mechanical designs.

• Conduct advanced mechanical analysis and simulations to optimize the design and performance of ship systems and equipment.
• Perform mechanical tests and evaluations to validate the reliability and functionality of mechanical components.

Qualifications & Clearance Requirements:

Minimum Skill Sets of Qualified Candidates:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• No less than seven (7) years of design experience in development of work packages, in-service modifications, detail design drawings and analysis, implementation of ABS and military specifications and requirements, 3D modeling, and/or ship system integration. Experience shall be specific to ship design and construction.
• Capable of augmenting mechanical systems design development down to the component level against requirements of the system specification, ABS, and vendor requirements.
• Understand the impact of system interfaces on other functional areas and be capable of identifying and communicating those impacts the other areas of the Gov't design team and shipbuilder within the product development.
• Capable of in-depth evaluation of the systems functionality, arrangement within the 3D environment, and performance, using tools such as Autodesk Navisworks applications, PIPE-FLO software, 2D dwg files, hand calcs, and prescriptive equations and standards.
• Possess a high degree of knowledge for the control and monitoring of systems through machinery control, alarm, and monitoring systems.
• Experience in the conduct and development of a failure mode analysis (FMEA), including for Dynamic positioning and ABS redundancy requirements
• Active Secret Clearance verifiable in DISS/JPAS.

Preferred Skill Sets of Qualified Candidates:

• Master's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Possession of a Professional Engineer License, showcasing your commitment to excellence in mechanical engineering.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $110,000.00 to $150,000.00 per year. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications, geographic location, work arrangement, and other relevant factors. This range reflects the anticipated compensation for the position at the time of posting and may be adjusted as business needs or market conditions change.

The position description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform position-related tasks other than those stated in this description. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

At Sayres, our employees enjoy an atmosphere conducive to realizing their potential through personal and professional development while simultaneously exceeding customers' expectations.

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