Job Title: Project Engineer
Job Title: Project Engineer
Position Summary: We are looking for an experienced Project Engineer to become a part of Engineering’s Management team. The Project Engineer will report directly to the Engineering Manager. He or she will be expected to lead the engineering and design of multiple vessels, varying in length and purpose from 20’ to 150’. They will manage a diverse team of multi-discipline engineers and designers all the while coaching, mentoring, and developing junior team members into becoming subject matter experts or future leadership within Metal Shark.
Qualifications/Experience:
· Bachelor’s Degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or another Engineering Discipline
· A Minimum of 3 years in the marine industry, specifically in the design and/or production of vessels under 150’.
o Working knowledge of designing for production
o At least 3 years of Project Engineering or Project Management experience
· An understanding of all aspects of aluminum vessel design and construction:
o Structures
o Stability criteria and requirements
o Familiarity with Classification Society rules (ABS, DNV, USCG, etc.)
o Electrical Systems
o Mechanical Systems
o Aluminum fabrication
o Skills geared towards engineering and design for production
· Familiarity with the following software
o AutoCAD
o Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook)
o Rhino
o GHS
o Solidworks
o ShipConstructor
Responsibilities :
- Engineering Planning and the Development, Maintenance, and Compliance with Schedules
- Coordinate the development of a high level, resource balanced schedule for your assigned engineering projects. With the engineering planner, ensure that all project tasks are properly resourced and sequenced, that the flow of work allows for the individual resource to complete his or her task in an efficient manner. Assist department managers to ensure and drive available resources to complete Engineering deliverables on schedule to support Production, Supply Chain, and first time quality.
- Identify high risk areas of the project at the start of design. Throughout the project, keep track of these items to ensure risk mitigation, keeping the VP of Engineering abreast of those that pose a threat to both the schedule and quality of the end product.
- You are responsible to ensure that the respective engineering disciplines have as few questions as possible by the scheduled start date. The PE must assist supply chain to ensure that all VFI and/or CFI is delivered to the engineering disciplines prior to beginning detailed production engineering.
- Provide final approval on design drawings.
- Be cognizant of and pursue areas of incomplete work or discrepancies. Track these issues to root cause.
- Meet/Beat/Drive Control Budgets on all Engineering Work
- Work with the Engineering Manager and Engineering Scheduler to set goals (Control Budgets) for the project prior to the start of work.
- Work with the Engineering Manager to set accurate budget numbers based on past and projected performance levels
- Monitor all engineering costs closely, utilizing Cost Performance data to adjust schedule hours, resources, and priorities as necessary.
- Control the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) on Assigned Projects
- Become knowledgeable with the principles of EVMS
- Be prepared to explain any non-satisfactory results and what actions are being taken to resolve.
- Use the EVMS engineering data to professionally manage engineering costs on each project.
- Provide Necessary Support to Supply Chain to Ensure On-Time and Accurate Material Ordering
- Identify and drive the procurement of all long lead time material, ensuring the engineering schedule supports the design, quoting and ordering of said material.
- Ensure accurate and timely turnover of BOM data to Supply Chain
- Provide Proper Engineering Oversight to the Project and Production
- You are to be the expert on your project’s contract language and specifications. When approving drawings and BOMs, ensure they comply with the specifications.
- Attend Project Kickoff Meetings, follow-up meetings and provide the proper level of Field Engineering.
About Us: Metal Shark is a leading shipbuilder specializing in the design and production of boats and ships for military, law enforcement, fire rescue, and a wide spectrum of commercial applications. At its facilities in Franklin and Jeanerette, Louisiana, Metal Shark manufactures vessels in aluminum, steel, and fiberglass, with current capabilities supporting production for vessels up to 250’ in length
Relocation assistance is available to qualifying candidates
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
