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SAIC

Mechanical Engineer

Crane, IN · On-site

The role also involves packaging designs for transportation and engineering considerations for material/weight handling and structural loading for shipboard systems. This position requires a ...

SAIC

Mechanical Engineer

Crane, IN · On-site

Incorporate weight and material handling considerations into design plans for shipboard systems to ... Engineer ruggedized and secure enclosures to protect systems and subsystems during transit and ...

Amentum

Engineering Technician V-2

Norfolk, VA · On-site

Amentum is looking for a Submarine Peculiar Special & Support Equipment Engineering Technician V to ... Weight Handling Equipment: Conduct preventative maintenance and testing of Platform Lifting Slings ...

Pae

Engineering Technician V-2

Norfolk, VA

Amentum is looking for a Submarine Peculiar Special & Support Equipment Engineering Technician V to ... Weight Handling Equipment: Conduct preventative maintenance and testing of Platform Lifting Slings ...

Three Saints Bay, LLC

Rigger I (5912)

Panama City, FL · On-site

$21.50 - $27.75/hr

... engineering drawing tolerances. (e) Determine what equipment and materials are necessary to ... weight handling equipment and lifting hardware to move heavy, bulky items upon request. (m ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for weight handling engineer in the United States is $60.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58.89 and $61.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Marine Mechanical Engineer (Auxiliary), Journeyman

Curtis Bay, MD • On-site

THOR Solutions, LLC
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 51 - 200 employees
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$80K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

THOR Solutions is actively seeking a highly motivated mid-level Marine Mechanical Engineer (Auxiliary) to support the United States Coast Guard (USCG)'s Ship Design Team in Baltimore, MD. An ideal candidate will have prior experience with design, optimization, and integration of marine auxiliary and piping systems, ship machinery integration, cargo handling systems, and/or weight handling systems calculations and analyses, and familiarity with U.S. Federal or commercial shipbuilding programs, standards, and regulations.
Typical Responsibilities:
  • Provide technical support and documentation design, develop, and evaluate the operation of marine vessels, ship machinery, and related equipment, to include, but not limited to: auxiliary systems, hydraulics weight handling equipment, rudders, piping, pumps, valves, and HVAC, and apply to applicable design and requirements.
  • Develop system documentation and ship specifications.
  • Conduct analysis and design of auxiliary systems, lead development of technical data packages and reviews.
  • Conduct trade studies.

Location: Full time onsite at USCG Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) in Baltimore, MD.
Travel:Up to 10% travel is anticipated for ship checks.
Typical Physical Activity: Primarily desk/computer work in an office environment. May involve: repetitive motion. Periodic visits to waterfront/shipboard environments. May involve: traversing shipboard environments (e.g., confined spaces, ladders, hatches) or vision.
Typical Pay Range: The anticipated pay range for this position in the identified location(s) is $80,000 - 110,000. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience.
Eligibility for a SECRET Security Clearance is Required: This position requires eligibility for a Secret security clearance, to be obtained after hire. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance; therefore, only current U.S. citizens will be considered for this position.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Bachelor's degree in Marine or Mechanical Engineering, or another relevant technical, engineering, or a marine discipline from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • At least three (3) to five (5) years of progressive experience in Marine Mechanical fields.
    • Overall experience must include at least three (3) years of documented experience with design, optimization, and integration of marine auxiliary and piping systems, ship machinery integration, cargo handling systems, and/or weight handling systems calculations and analyses.
  • Familiarity with ABS, USN, and industry standards relating to shipboard auxiliary systems.
  • Proficient with common productivity software.
  • Strong communications skills.

Additional Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Experience related to U.S. Federal or commercial ship or boat building acquisition programs.
  • Experience with DoD ACAT I or DHS Level I shipbuilding programs.

Benefit Offerings: Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Paid Time Off (accrued)
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) with employer match and Traditional/Roth options
  • Medical Insurance (3 plan options)
  • TRICARE Supplemental Coverage for TRICARE-eligible individuals
  • Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
  • Vision Insurance Plan (2 plan options)
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Commuter/Transit Benefits
  • Basic Life/AD&D Insurance for employee
  • Additional Life Insurance options for employee + family
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Pet Benefits
  • Legal Plan
  • ID Theft Protection Plan
  • Employee Assistant Plan and Work-Life Program
  • Voluntary Leave Transfer Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Employee Referral Program

Please be aware that many of our positions require an existing security clearance or the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants to cleared positions who lack clearance eligibility will not be considered.
Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran's Excellence (CVE) verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation's most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.
THOR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part the employment selection process, please contact us at recruiting@thorsolutions.us or (571) 215-0077.

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