Mechanical Department Manager – Propulsion and Deck Systems

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

Responsible for overseeing Department Goals for a specific project as directed by the Program Engineer and Chief Department Engineer

Responsible for preparing, overseeing and assigning design calculations and drawing development to support Program Goals

Responsible for checking calculations

Responsible for progressing all department work

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE :

General :

Minimum 8 plus years of design and / or construction experience

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines

Experienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers

Computer literate and familiar with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products

Thorough knowledge of ship and propulsion systems

Strong working knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, DNV, GL, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.)

US Citizenship

Marine / Mechanical Engineer :

Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Marine or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent engineering degree or minimum 15 years of equivalent marine design experience

Thorough knowledge of ship and propulsion system design and operation

Thorough knowledge of engine alignment and shaft design and alignment

Thorough knowledge of HVAC design

Working knowledge of FEA methods is advantageous but not a requirement.

Knowledge of composite shafting is advantageous but not a requirement.

TOOLS :

Computer – MS Office, AutoCAD

DIRECTION EXERCISED :

Will lead and direct the work of Engineers I, II, III, Designers andDraftspersons

Will determine technical adequacy of drawings and calculations

DISCRETION EXERCISED :

Will provide input to evaluations of Engineers I, II, III, Designers and Draftspersons

Has authority to direct, evaluate and correct the work of Engineers I, II, III, Designers and Draftspersons

LIAISES WITH : Engineers, Production Personnel, Customer, Regulatory Bodies, Program Management and Equipment Suppliers

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES :

General :

Experienced in the construction of high speed aluminum vessels is advantageous but not a requirement

Working knowledge of modular construction methods is advantageous but not a requirement.

Experienced in design and construction of US Navy vessels is advantageous but not a requirement.

Understanding of shock design is advantageous but not a requirement

Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA :

18 years of age or older at time of application

Able to provide proof of US Person Status

No felony convictions of Theft / Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date

No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date

Willing to submit to a drug screen

Willing to submit to a background check

Equal Employment Commitment

Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.