Marine Project Engineer - Derecktor Shipyards : Job Details

Role: Project Engineer

About Us: Derecktor Shipyards, established in 1947, is a leader in the construction, repair, and refit of yachts, commercial, and military vessels. With four state-of-the-art facilities across the Eastern Seaboard, we are renowned for our expertise in the superyacht industry and our commitment to excellence.

About the Role: Are you passionate about the maritime industry and looking for an exciting role that combines technical expertise with project management? We are seeking a skilled Project Engineer to join our team. As a Project Engineer, you will play a crucial role in managing and executing maritime projects. From concept to completion, you will oversee the design, construction, and implementation of various maritime projects. If you thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, have a strong attention to detail, and possess excellent problem-solving skills, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and communicate with cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are met.
• Monitor project progress and performance, ensuring adherence to quality standards and specifications.
• Manage project documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Provide technical expertise in engineering design and project management.
• Maintain project documentation and records.
• Review drawings from third parties to ensure accuracy and reliability of information.
• Assist with the creation of build strategies.
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques.
• Perform risk assessments to minimize and manage project risks.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Development of Test Memos for commission of systems and vessels.
• Assist PM with the coordination of tech reps during vessel commissioning.
• Submit drawings to MSC for any USCG project.
• Create the bill of materials.

Required Skills:

• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong technical knowledge and expertise in engineering design.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Understand the requirements of a USCG-classed vessel.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing priorities and responsibilities.
• Strong experience in Suite AutoCAD/Modeling software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications:

• Experience in the marine and shipbuilding industry is highly preferred.
• Experience in project management, data analytics, and strategic planning is a plus.
• Knowledge of maritime regulations and industry standards.

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in Marine, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience

Work Environment Summary: Applicant may be subject to environmental conditions such as cold, heat, exposure to noise, hazards, and confined spaces/close quarters. Applicant must be able to access all areas of the shipyard and company property including docks. Shipyard work is often noisy and dirty.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, work at a computer, use hands and fingers, and talk or hear others.

Benefits: Benefits include paid holidays, paid vacation, health benefits, 401K with company match, and company-sponsored Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance and life insurance.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Derecktor is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be provided equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.