Project Engineer

AAA USA Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AAA United States, Inc is seeking a Project Engineer to provide technical and operational leadership for major shipbuilding and maritime projects. The role requires directing technical execution, coordinating with engineering teams, and ensuring schedule and budget adherence.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Engineering with 5+ years in shipyard design or large-scale projects, and strong knowledge of shipbuilding specs and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and 5+ years of experience in shipyard design or large-scale ship construction.
• Alternative: High School diploma with 8 years of equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience identifying design and production work sequence conflicts.
• Strong knowledge of shipbuilding specifications (ABS, Mil, API, etc.).
• Proficiency in project scheduling and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with ship production processes, build strategies, and milestone tracking.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical and operational execution of assigned projects.
• Develop project requirements, coordinating with engineering resources, and monitoring scope, schedule, and budget adherence.
• Resolve design, material, and planning issues and liaise with cross-functional departments.
• Ensure that all necessary technical reviews and approvals are obtained and regulatory requirements are met.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

High School diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Company:

We provide specialized subcontracting and technical assistance services to support clients in the transport and aerospace industries. We work closely with clients to ensure that our solutions meet their needs and exceed their expectations. Our team members are motivated individuals that do remarkable things every day!

Position Summary:

AAA United States, Inc. is seeking skilled Project Engineer to provide technical and operational leadership for major shipbuilding and maritime projects.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for leading the technical and operational execution of assigned projects.
• Developing project requirements, coordinating with engineering resources, and monitoring project scope, schedule, and budget adherence.
• Ensures resolution of design, material, and planning issues, supports improved engineering processes, and liaises with cross-functional departments such as Finance, Production Control, Supply Chain, and Program Management.
• Ensure that all necessary technical reviews and approvals are obtained, and that compliance initiatives are supported across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required, with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in shipyard design, large ship construction, or comparable large-scale engineering projects (e.g., offshore platforms).
• Alternatively, candidates with a High School diploma or GED and eight (8) years of equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• Experience in identifying design and production work sequence conflicts is required.
• Strong knowledge of shipbuilding specifications (ABS, Mil, API, etc.) is essential.
• Proficient in project scheduling and the ability to manage progress against deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Familiarity with ship production processes, build strategies, and milestone tracking is critical.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications, is necessary.
• In-depth understanding of ship engineering systems required.
• Ability and willingness to work onboard vessels, including climbing ladders and navigating confined spaces, is mandatory.
• Working knowledge of maritime regulatory authorities (ABS, DNV, NAVSEA, USCG, IMO, etc.) required.
• Experience with high-speed aluminum vessel construction, modular construction methods, and U.S. Navy vessel design is preferred.
• Knowledge of shock design principles is advantageous.