Structural Engineer II, Marine

SALARY RANGE

$112,000 – $122,000

The primary role of a Structural Project Engineer is to participate in the design and detail engineering efforts to support the construction of aluminum and steel vessels. The Structural Engineer II supports the design, analysis, and implementation of structural systems for Vigor Marine Fabrication programs. This position applies established engineering principles and shipbuilding standards to develop structural designs, resolve technical issues, and support fabrication and installation activities.

(This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job’s overall responsibilities.)

• Design vessel structures which meet requirements set forth in the vessel specification, creating models, drawings, and detailed bills of materials.
• Loft and nest all vessel parts for CNC cutting.
• Perform structural analysis and design in support of marine fabrication and shipyard projects.
• Develop and review structural drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Comply with Vigor drawing release processes and procedures.
• Support estimators during preliminary stages of project.
• Support production personnel during construction phase of project.
• Participate in sea trials of completed vessels.
• Maintain engineering block library and structural standards documents.
• Develop and review structural drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Support weight, stability, and structural integration assessments and reporting as required.
• Support fabrication, installation, and repair activities by resolving structural engineering issues.
• Evaluate and disposition non-conformances, repairs, and deviations related to structural work.
• Coordinate with planners, weld engineers, and production leads to ensure designs are executable.
• Ensure compliance with applicable rules, codes, and standards (ABS, USCG, NAVSEA, AISC, etc.).
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in a production shipyard environment.

May be asked to supervise and mentor a team of up to two engineers and designers or provide oversight on engineering subcontractors as they carry out design tasks.

This position maintains a variety of professional relationships and must be able to determine the appropriate level of communication and interaction for various situations and circumstances. The ability to effectively influence decisions through respectful interactions with others both within the organization and outside of the organization is essential in this role.

• Very strong computer skills and experience with AutoCAD, Solid Works, Rhino, and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) preferred.
• Must be detail oriented and able to work with extremely tight specifications.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Able to read, analyze and interpret the most complex documents.
• Experience must include good working knowledge of design spiral, vessel arrangements, structural, electrical, mechanical and outfit details.
• Capable of clear effective communications, creative problem solving, and working well with others of all levels of authority and technical knowledge.
• Must be highly organized and have excellent documentation skills.

• BS in an engineering discipline or equivalent required. Bachelors in Naval Architecture/Marine Engineering preferred.
• Ship Constructor experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) standards.
• Five (5) years of marine experience required, experience in vessel design and construction preferred.
• Experience and familiarity with CFR, Classing Society rules, ABYC, IEEE, and military contracts is preferred.

CITIZENSHIP: Pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship.

Vigor Industrial LLC and its wholly owned subsidiaries are drug, smoke, and vape‑free workplaces. Prospective employees must pass a drug and alcohol test and background check as pre‑employment screening.