Naval Architect & Fabrication Shop Lead

Socket.dev; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev seeks an experienced Naval Architect/Marine Engineer to develop and manage complex 2D/3D drawings, modifications, and fabrication plans for dredges, barges and vessels in a busy marine environment. You will coordinate with operations, vendors and regulatory bodies to ensure timely delivery and compliance.

The role requires 5+ years in naval architecture or marine engineering, strong AutoCAD (2D/3D) skills, and experience with ABS/USCG packages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering.
• PE registration preferred but not required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering.
• Experience supporting shop fabrication, vessel, modifications and engineering projects.
• Experience with dredging equipment, barges or workboats is strongly preferred.
• Experience preparing engineering packages for ABS and U.S. Coast Guard approval.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed 2D/3D drawings using AutoCAD, including GA, structural, fabrication and construction drawings.
• Design modifications to dredges, barges, vessels, marine equipment, systems and tools.
• Develop equipment layouts, construction details, and field modifications.
• Review vendor drawings, verify field dimensions, and perform supporting engineering calculations including FEA.
• Manage engineering and fabrication projects from concept through completion.
• Coordinate with Operations, Project Managers, Fabrication Supervisors, Vessel Managers, Port Captains, vendors, manufacturers, and subcontractors.
• Develop and maintain project schedules using Microsoft Project, monitor milestones, budgets, and procurement requirements.
• Prepare technical specifications and material take-offs, support fabrication, installation, commissioning, and manage multiple projects.
• Prepare BOMs and quantity estimates for steel, piping, structural components, and equipment.
• Submit purchase requests and support procurement of project materials.
• Prepare engineering and drawing packages including FEA documentation for ABS, USCG and other regulatory agencies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, address agency comments, support inspections and certification activities.
• Provide onsite support for dredge, vessel and construction projects.
• Verify installations against approved drawings, troubleshoot issues, support dry dock and repair projects.
• Prepare engineering reports, memoranda, specifications, procedures and project documentation.
• Maintain engineering records and document control.
• Lead engineering and fabrication efforts and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor technical personnel and communicate with stakeholders.
• Promote safety, quality and engineering excellence.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering

PE registration preferred

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

AutoCAD 3D

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

SharePoint

Job description

Socket.dev seeks an experienced Naval Architect/Marine Engineer to develop and manage complex 2D/3D drawings, modifications, and fabrication plans for dredges, barges and vessels in a busy marine environment. You will coordinate with operations, vendors and regulatory bodies to ensure timely delivery and compliance.

The role requires 5+ years in naval architecture or marine engineering, strong AutoCAD (2D/3D) skills, and experience with ABS/USCG packages.