Shipbuilding Instructor - Hands-On Mentor & Curriculum Lead

Hanwha Philly Shipyard; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Hanwha Philly Shipyard in Philadelphia is seeking a part-time Shipbuilding Instructor to deliver classroom and hands-on instruction in shipbuilding disciplines, oversee apprentice progress, and model safety standards across operations. You will mentor trainees, assess competencies, and partner with the Apprenticeship Program to align training with industry needs.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree or equivalent, five years in shipbuilding or marine manufacturing, and a registered

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in a technical discipline.
• Minimum five years in shipbuilding, ship repair, or related field.
• Demonstrated FCAW & SMAW 3F/4F qualification test.
• Solid knowledge of shipbuilding operations, fabrication and assembly.
• Experience with curriculum development preferred.
• MS Office proficiency required.
• Completion of registered apprenticeship program.
• Involvement with Joint Apprenticeship Committee required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and hands-on instruction in shipbuilding disciplines.
• Instruct trainees on shipyard safety procedures and standards.
• Develop and implement shipbuilding training curriculum aligned with industry standards.
• Oversee apprentice progress when assigned to Production (Roving Instructor).
• Support Apprenticeship Program activities (JAC reviews, data collection, interviews, recruiting).
• Engage in outreach events to promote shipbuilding career pathways.
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and individualized support to apprentices.
• Introduce innovative instructional methods (simulation, project-based learning).

Skills

Shipbuilding processes

Structural fabrication

Welding principles

Blueprint interpretation

Safety regulations

Training methodologies

Verbal communication

Coaching & mentoring

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Associate degree in a technical discipline

Minimum five years of shipbuilding/related experience

Pass FCAW & SMAW 3F/4F qualification test

Knowledge of shipbuilding operations

Education/curriculum development (preferred)

MS Office proficiency

Registered apprenticeship completion

Joint Apprenticeship Committee involvement

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Hanwha Philly Shipyard in Philadelphia is seeking a part-time Shipbuilding Instructor to deliver classroom and hands-on instruction in shipbuilding disciplines, oversee apprentice progress, and model safety standards across operations. You will mentor trainees, assess competencies, and partner with the Apprenticeship Program to align training with industry needs.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree or equivalent, five years in shipbuilding or marine manufacturing, and a registered