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Austal USA

Electrical Engineering Manager

Mobile, AL

$121K - $156K/yr

Engineer III, Engineer II, Engineer I, Designers and Draftspersons AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Responsible for overseeing Department Goals for a specific project as directed by the Program ...

Austal USA

Electrical Engineer IV

Mobile, AL · On-site

Lead and direct work of Engineers I, II, III, Designers, and Draftspersons. * Determine technical adequacy of drawings and calculations. Discretion Exercised * Provide input to evaluations of ...

Austal USA LLC

Electrical Engineering Manager

Mobile, AL

$121K - $156K/yr

Engineer III, Engineer II, Engineer I, Designers and Draftspersons AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Responsible for overseeing Department Goals for a specific project as directed by the Program ...

Austal USA

Electrical Engineering Manager

Mobile, AL · On-site

$121K - $156K/yr

Engineer III, Engineer II, Engineer I, Designers and Draftspersons AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Responsible for overseeing Department Goals for a specific project as directed by the Program ...

Austal USA

Mechanical Engineer III

Mobile, AL

Engineer II, Engineer I, Designers and Draftspersons DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Responsible for complex design calculations and drawing development for the construction, and maintenance of marine ...

Austal USA

Controls Engineer IV

Mobile, AL · On-site

$82K - $107K/yr

Reports To Program Engineer & Department Project Engineer Supervises Engineers III, Engineers II, Engineers I, Designers and Draftspersons Duties / Responsibilities * Provides expert judgement and ...

Austal USA

Mechanical Engineer III

Mobile, AL

Engineer II, Engineer I, Designers and Draftspersons DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Responsible for complex design calculations and drawing development for the construction, and maintenance of marine ...

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Electrical Project Department Manager - Engineering

Mobile, AL • On-site

Austal USA
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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Re-posted 19 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee department goals for a specific project as directed by the Program Engineer and Chief Department Engineer.

  • Prepare, oversee, and assign design calculations and drawing development to support program goals.

  • Lead and direct the work of Engineers I, II, III, Designers, and Draftspersons.

Austal USA rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

295th of 499 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

REPORTS TO: Chief Department Engineer & Program Engineer
SUPERVISES: Engineer III, Engineer II, Engineer I, Designers and Draftspersons
AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Responsible for overseeing Department Goals for a specific project as directed by the Program Engineer and Chief Department Engineer
  • Responsible for preparing, overseeing and assigning design calculations and drawing development to support Program Goals
  • Responsible for checking calculations
  • Responsible for progressing all department work

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:
  • General:
    • Minimum 8 plus years of design and/or construction experience
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills
    • Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines
    • Experienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers
    • 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.)
    • US Citizenship
  • Electrical Engineer:
    • 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

TOOLS:
  • Computer - MS Office, AutoCAD

DIRECTION EXERCISED:
  • Will lead and direct the work of Engineers I, II, III, Designers and Draftspersons
  • Will determine technical adequacy of drawings and calculations

DISCRETION EXERCISED:
  • 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
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:
  • General:
    • Working knowledge of modular construction methods is advantageous but not a requirement.
    • Experienced in design and construction of US Navy vessels 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
  • Willing to submit to a drug screen
  • Willing to submit to a background check

Equal Employment Commitment
Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.
Austal's commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.

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