Outfitting Field Engineer

Trident Maritime Systems; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trident Maritime Systems in San Diego is looking for an Outfitting Field Engineer to design and manage the interior construction of marine crafts including ships and dredges. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of design experience and proficiency in AutoCAD, alongside strong problem-solving skills.

This role involves coordinating with various systems and requires excellent communication skills to interpret customer specifications. A degree in Marine Architecture or Engineering is preferred, along with industry experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Seven to ten years related experience and/or training.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design layout of joiner work interiors for marine craft.
• Review engineering drawings and documentation.
• Coordinate with HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.

Skills

Design interpretation

Mathematical abilities

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

7-10 years related experience

Tools

AutoCAD 2008 or later

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Company

Trident Maritime Systems LLC

Position Details

Department: Engineering
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports To: Engineering Manager

US Citizenship Required

Applicants must be US citizens.

Summary

Outfitting Field Engineer – Designs interior construction (joiner work) of marine craft and floating structures such as ships, barges, tugs, dredges, and other marine craft by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities

• Designs the layout of joiner work of craft interiors including cargo spaces, passenger compartments, crew quarters, public spaces, staterooms, galleys, and other interior parts of the vessel as specified by the contract.
• Graphically interprets basic design requirements of joiner work from customer furnished guidance documents.
• Reviews and comments on engineering drawings and other documentation from customers, vendors, and junior staff members.
• Produces detailed material/equipment procurement documents in SAGE MAS 500 to enable the purchasing group to place purchase orders accurately and promptly.
• Analyzes the effect of change on the details of form, fit, function and positional relationships of the product and communicates results of analysis to appropriate parties.
• Coordinates with HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems and creates construction or fabrication details for installation.
• Plans and completes layouts and creates graphic presentations of technical drafting/design work that is complex and specialized according to schedule.
• This process requires the interpretation and application of learned engineering principles and determinations, as well as accurate interpretations of customer specifications and scope documents.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of current and new drafting/design techniques, practices, procedures, and applicable processes. Autocad preferred.
• Identifies opportunities to reduce costs and recommends strategies to the department supervisor and performs quality checks of work submitted by other design personnel.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has certain supervisory responsibilities over other designers as circumstances demand.

Customer Service – Responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.

Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions.

Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school; seven to ten years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read, analyze, design, and interpret drawings and technical specifications.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Strong mathematical ability and ability to interpret and deal with a variety of variables in a fast‑paced environment.
• Expertise in design.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, specifically Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Proficiency in (2D) AutoCAD 2008 or later.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to function and maintain accuracy and efficiency in diverse or highly repetitive tasks.
• Ability to function as a team player.
• Familiarity with typical marine outfitting regulations such as ABS or USCG.
• The ability to interpret and work to a project schedule.
• The ability to interpret and work to a project budget.
• 7+ years of design experience.

Preferred

• Marine industry experience.
• 3D CAD software experience.
• Degree in Marine Architecture or Engineering.
• Marine apprentice experience.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel; frequently required to talk or hear; occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.