Saronic

Saronic

Quality Engineer – Accuracy Control

Franklin, LA

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 51 days ago
ComplianceProcess ImprovementCustomer SupportAutoCADGD&TMechanical DesignLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoring

About the role

  • Conduct dimensional inspections and alignment verification for hull structures, foundations, machinery, propulsion systems, piping, and integrated vessel systems.
  • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve dimensional control workflows, fabrication accuracy, and shipyard quality processes.
  • Inspection and Testing: Conduct dimensional inspections and provide oversight of critical assembly and integration processes.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and maintain dimensional control and precision measurement procedures for shipyard fabrication, assembly, integration, and testing activities.
  • Perform high-accuracy inspections and alignment verification to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, regulatory/military standards, and customer specifications.
  • Utilize laser trackers, total stations, digital levels, and other metrology equipment to establish and maintain vessel coordinate systems, reference datums, and control networks.
  • Partner with engineering and production teams to reduce rework, improve fit-up efficiency, and implement best practices for vessel construction and integration activities.
  • Support harbor acceptance testing and sea trial activities by verifying structural and system alignment, dimensional compliance, and overall vessel readiness prior to delivery.
  • Maintain accurate records of inspection data, measurement reports, alignment results, and dimensional nonconformances. Prepare and present reports related to quality performance, deviation analysis, corrective actions, and process improvements.
  • Ensure compliance with customer specifications, naval and maritime standards, ISO 9001 requirements, and internal quality procedures. Maintain calibration records and ensure proper operation and certification of precision measurement equipment.
  • Partner with engineering, production, welding, outfitting, and program teams to resolve dimensional discrepancies, fit-up issues, and alignment concerns.
  • Provide technical support during vessel construction and integration activities to ensure quality and schedule objectives are achieved.
  • Maintain accurate records of inspection data, measurement reports, alignment results, and dimensional nonconformances.

Requirements

  • 3-5 years of experience in quality engineering, dimensional control, metrology, or related roles within shipbuilding, defense, offshore fabrication, or complex manufacturing environments.
  • Experience supporting vessel construction, module integration, and marine structural alignment activities is highly desirable.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify root causes of dimensional discrepancies, fit-up issues, distortion, and alignment problems in a fast-paced shipyard production environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with shipyard personnel, engineering teams, production leadership, and external regulatory representatives.
  • Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Surveying, Geomatics, Quality Engineering, or a related technical field. Advanced certifications in metrology, dimensional inspection, or quality systems are a plus.
  • 3-5 years of experience in quality engineering, dimensional control, metrology, or related roles within shipbuilding, defense, offshore fabrication, or complex manufacturing environments. Experience supporting vessel construction, module integration, and marine structural alignment activities is highly desirable.

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Surveying, Geomatics, Quality Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Advanced certifications in metrology, dimensional inspection, or quality systems are a plus.

Skills

  • Laser Trackers (Leica, FARO, API, or similar)
  • Total Stations
  • Digital Levels
  • 3D Metrology Software
  • Problem-Solving:
  • Communication:
  • Attention to Detail:
  • Physical Demands:
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Hands-on experience with precision measurement systems including:
  • Proficiency interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, shipbuilding tolerances, and alignment requirements.
  • Job Overview

Compensation

  • Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

Benefits

  • Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
  • Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
  • Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
  • Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
  • Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
  • Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match
  • Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company's success
  • Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

Company info

  • We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require "U.S. Person" status
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