Austal USA

Austal USA

Electrical Project Department Manager - Engineering

Mobile, AL

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago
AutoCADElectrical EngineeringCommunicationMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • REPORTS TO: Chief Department Engineer & Program Engineer
  • SUPERVISES: Engineer III, Engineer II, Engineer I, Designers and Draftspersons

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for preparing, overseeing and assigning design calculations and drawing development to support Program Goals
  • Experienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers
  • Will lead and direct the work of Engineers I, II, III, Designers and Draftspersons
  • Experienced in design and construction of US Navy vessels is advantageous but not a requirement.

Requirements

  • Successful completion of a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent engineering degree or minimum 15 years of equivalent marine design experience
  • Thorough knowledge of power distribution and lighting systems
  • Thorough knowledge of automation, control and communication systems
  • Strong working knowledge of IEEE and NEC

Nice to have

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines
  • 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.)

Skills

  • Computer - MS Office, AutoCAD
  • Will determine technical adequacy of drawings and calculations
  • 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
  • General:
  • Working knowledge of modular construction methods 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

Visa & Work Authorization

  • US Citizenship

This listing is sourced directly from Austal USA's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.