Architect - Infrastructure

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

At Saronic, we're redefining the future of maritime defense - and the facilities we build are just as mission-critical as the technology inside them. We're looking for a seasoned, registered architect to take ownership of how we design, permit, and build the industrial environments that bring our autonomous surface vessels to life.

This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge defense technology and complex, high-stakes facility development. You won't be pushing paper through a bureaucracy - you'll be a key decision-maker, shaping building standards from the ground up, navigating intricate permitting landscapes, and leaving a lasting mark on the physical infrastructure of a fast-moving, mission-driven company.

From early-stage programming and scope development to field visits during active construction, you'll have full-cycle ownership across capital projects at our industrial and port facilities. You'll bring deep expertise in occupancy classifications, code compliance, and hazardous materials requirements to bear on real problems - and you'll do it alongside a team of engineers, designers, and builders who care deeply about getting it right.

Responsibilities:

* Own the development and maintenance of building architectural design and construction standards for the company.

* Own the building permitting process for capital projects including development of a permitting plan and acting as key POC for local AHJ's.

* Participate in the early programming and development of various capital project scopes of work and documentation of project requirements with a focus on architectural systems and design elements as well as occupancy and code compliance paths.

* Support development and issuance of requests for proposals and qualifications for various capital projects to 3rd party engineers, architects, design-build contractors and general contractors.

* Review and comment on 3rd party architectural and building designs for capital projects and provide owner based subject matter specialist (SMS) input and direction to internal and external teams.

* Provide internal design, and documentation on small capital projects as needed.

* Complete field visits during capital construction projects to represent owner and observe general civil/site installation and commissioning activities.

* Design management of small capital projects as needed.

* Travel anticipated to be up to 10% of the time for project specific visits.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree or greater in Architecture, or a related field.

* Registered architect.

* 8+ years of design, and/or construction of buildings for industrial, manufacturing, and/or port facility projects.

* In addition to experience with general building design and development, you must have experience/knowledge with various code and permitting requirements including assessing F, H, and S occupancies, specialty requirements from NFPA, experience with development of HMI's, and applications for code variances for industrial buildings.

* Proficient in developing design standards, technical project requirements documents, requests for proposals.

Experience with completing 3rd party design reviews and directing engineering, production and construction teams.

* Knowledge and experience using AutoCAD and/or Revit preferred.

* Demonstrated success developing innovative solutions to a broad range of permitting and building design problems and challenges Broad experience in coordination with and knowledge of MEP, Civil, FP, and structural design elements is prefered.

* Experience with the entire capital project life cycle.

* Design management experience preferred.

Physical Demands:

* Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

* Occasional standing and walking within the office

* Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment

* Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports

* Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies

* Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)

* Can safely travel and visit active industrial sites and active construction projects on occasional basis.

Benefits:

* Medical Insurance:
Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

* Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

* Dental and Vision Insurance:
Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

* Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents

* Time Off:
Generous PTO and Holidays

* Parental Leave:
Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

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

* Retirement Plan: 401(k)…