Senior Electrical Engineer, Naval Vessel Systems

Austal USA; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal USA, a leader in naval and commercial vessel design and construction, seeks an experienced engineer to lead design and analysis for complex shipboard systems in Mobile, AL. The role requires coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, and mentoring junior engineers.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Engineering, 8+ years in shipbuilding or related fields, and strong communication and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited university.
• 8+ years of relevant engineering experience in shipbuilding or related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with ability to train and mentor employees.
• Ability to work independently with limited guidance and meet deadlines.
• Experience interacting with multi-disciplinary teams, production, design, and customers.
• Experience reviewing contract requirements, performing specification traces, and cost analyses.
• Computer literacy with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert judgment and analysis for design, development, and implementation of engineering products and shipboard systems.
• Troubleshoot and solve highly complex technical issues, communicating resolutions to management.
• Perform complex system calculations, specification trace packages, detailed engineering reports, and system drawings.
• Check designs and drawings for accuracy and adherence to contract requirements.
• Facilitate training, mentoring, and development of other engineers.
• Establish relationships with engineers, other departments, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure project completion on time and to specifications.
• Comply with company procedures, policies, and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team mentoring

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Austal USA, a leader in naval and commercial vessel design and construction, seeks an experienced engineer to lead design and analysis for complex shipboard systems in Mobile, AL. The role requires coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, and mentoring junior engineers.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Engineering, 8+ years in shipbuilding or related fields, and strong communication and leadership abilities.