Functional Programmer Jobs in Gloucester Point, VA

Job Summary:

·         We are seeking a skilled Marine Systems Engineer II

·         In this role, you will apply your technical expertise to ensure the reliability, safety, and efficiency of critical marine systems used in challenging environments.

·         You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex mechanical and hydraulic issues, contribute to equipment upgrades, and support field operations in time-sensitive situations.

·         Your work will directly impact mission readiness, environmental protection, and the success of high-stakes marine operations.

Key Responsibilities: 

Design and Analysis

• Basic knowledge and application of standard techniques and methods in marine related engineering, design and development of new equipment and systems.

• Basic knowledge and application of prescribed methods of hands on or practical engineering in the field including exposure to marine rigging, vessel operations, underwater ship repair operations and related disciplines is desirable.

• Basic familiarity with equipment maintenance procedures, cost estimating, modification of existing equipment and configuration management procedures.

• Takes on projects of higher complexity involving greater degrees of innovative problem solving and non-standard techniques for professional development.

• Developing and reviewing engineering documents, 3D models and simulations, calculations, technical manuals and drawings with subsequent document and planning generation.

• Experience in structural analysis and evaluation of designs to meet required specifications, development and implementation of structural engineering drawings in the area of marine engineering, especially load bearing structures and hydraulic systems.

• Demonstrated experience and ability to interface with fabrication, machine shop, and welding personnel to provide technical support and direction for build and assembly of new equipment. 

• Demonstrated ability to manage and execute drawing revisions to correct deficiencies and develop revised equipment operation procedures and maintenance requirements in order to ensure structural integrity and safety of personnel.

• Experience in the analysis and evaluation of test requirements, development and implementation of test plans, and formulation of final test reports and recommendations for new or modified equipment in the area of marine engineering, especially load carrying devices, hydraulic systems and other underwater ship repair, salvage or oil spill response equipment.

Project Planning & Execution

• Contributes to feasibility studies and risk assessments for maritime projects.

• Supports implementation of design concepts during the fabrication phase, providing technical support and addressing any design-related issues. 

• Heavily supports procurement process and develops bill of materials, under close supervision.

• Monitors progress on design and fabrication phases and reports on project key performance indicators.

• Performs most assignments under close guidance and supervision. 

• Maintains accurate and up-to-date project records, including design changes and deviations.

Quality Assurance and Documentation:

• Basic ability to develop and review engineering documents, 3D models and simulations, calculations, technical manuals and drawings with subsequent document and planning generation. 

• Experience in the analysis and evaluation of test requirements, development and implementation of test plans, and formulation of final test reports and recommendations for new or modified equipment in the area of marine engineering, especially load carrying devices, hydraulic systems and other underwater ship repair, salvage or oil spill response equipment.

Teamwork and Collaboration

• Conveying engineer related technical details with clarity and precision to engineers and non-engineers alike.

• Works closely with cross-functional teams and communicates effectively to convey engineering related technical details with clarity and precision to engineers and non-engineers alike.

• Collaborates with other engineering disciplines, configuration management, engineering technicians, underwater maintenance crews, to understand and incorporate feedback into equipment design and improvement processes.

• Collaborates with drafters and configuration management for proper design and maintenance documentation.

• Interfaces with equipment lifecycle managers, clients, vendors, and stakeholders as needed. 

• Conveying engineer related technical details with clarity and precision to engineers and non-engineers alike.

Minimum Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Marine related Engineering

• 2-4 Years' experience in working in a mechanical or marine engineering role

• Strong proficiency with 3D modeling software such as SolidEdge or SolidWorks

• Knowledge of marine engineering and structural analysis

• Fundamentals of Engineering certificate desired

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