Ship Design Manager
Conrad Shipyard · Morgan City, Louisiana, United States ·
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Design
- Experience
- 10+ years
A senior shipyard engineering role managing vessel design projects: developing document logs and specifications, running design reviews, coordinating internal and subcontracted engineering, and supporting production with technical issues. Requires an engineering degree, 10 years of engineering experience, and knowledge of USCG, SOLAS, and ABS rules.
Duties and responsibilities
Responsibilities and duties will include, but are not limited to:
• Participate in project kick-off meetings to review schedule, build strategy, and project specific information.
• Develop and maintain project Document Logs, Requirement Matrices and ensure proper distribution of Design Documents.
• Support field engineering tasks (e.g., as-built surveys, interference resolution, etc.) as required.
• Write and review system/equipment specifications, perform systems/equipment and vendor evaluations.
• Prepare, revise, and/or review technical manuals, engineering operating procedures, instructions, specifications, drawings, standards and documentation for cognizant equipment and systems.
• Conduct design reviews and manage subcontract and internal engineering activities.
• Interact with project management and project engineers in support of project requirements.
• Ability to support the Production Craft concerning technical issues.
Qualifications
The following qualifications and knowledge are necessary to successfully perform this job:
• Comprehensive knowledge of ship design principles, shipbuilding and/or manufacturing operations.
• Good leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to read and write effectively, speak with clarify and listen actively.
• Ability to adapt to situations while maintaining the highest level of efficiency and professionalism.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Knowledge of federal regulations (USCG), international rules (SOLAS) and classification society rules (ABS).
Education and/or Experience
The following are required for this position:
•Engineering degree is required.
•10 years of Engineering experience is required.
•Technical writing skills.
•Competency with Microsoft Office Tools and Software.
Working Conditions
Job Location: St. Rose, LA or Amelia, LA
Job Level: Full Time Direct
Travel Required: 10%
US Citizenship Required: Yes
Security Clearance: None Required