Job Title: Marine Engineer or Naval Architect
Job Location: Seattle WA 98107
Onsite Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science degree from ABET accredited curriculum
- Professional Engineer's License (PE) - this is nice to have (not required)
- Maintain membership in SNAME, ASME, ASCE, or IEEE
Job Description:
- Help shape the future of maritime design! Client is seeking a talented and driven Mechanical Engineer to become part of our dynamic team of maritime professionals.
- This is a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative vessel designs and cutting-edge marine engineering solutions.
- The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering or Naval Architecture and play a key role in guiding our design efforts and supporting a diverse client base across the United States.
Responsibilities:
- Drive the future of sustainable maritime design by leading the integration of low and zero-emission technologies across a wide variety of vessel types.
- Shape vessel functionality and safety by developing innovative propulsion, firefighting, ballast, heat transfer, and HVAC designs.
- Get hands-on in the field by conducting onboard inspections including system tracing, testing, troubleshooting and commissioning ensuring practical alignment with design intent.
- Champion regulatory excellence by ensuring full compliance with USCG regulations, SOLAS, MARPOL and applicable class society standards throughout all design and engineering phases.
- Author critical technical documents such as contract specifications, procurement specifications and testing/trial plans that support both new vessel construction and complex retrofits or modifications.
- Provide technical leadership to ensure projects are completed successfully, including collaboration with stakeholders to understand requirements and define technical solutions.
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science degree from ABET accredited curriculum
- Professional Engineer's License (PE) - this is nice to have (not required)
- Maintain membership in SNAME, ASME, ASCE, or IEEE
Specific Skills and Abilities
- Experience in vessel system design including propulsion, fluid handling, and HVAC with minimal oversight.
- Experience with Pipe-Flo and Rhino preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with solid mathematical reasoning.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to interpret data and develop design solutions.
- Proficient in technical research, reporting and clear written communication.
- Effective team player who can also work independently.
- Strong verbal communication skills and ability to present technical ideas clearly.
Professional Experience:
- Minimum of 5+ years of engineering experience with a licensed firm, supported by relevant engineering degree.
- Must have strong knowledge of marine construction, ship repair, safety standards and regulatory frameworks, with proven capability in shipyard and marine operations.
- **3rd party and subcontract staffing agencies are not eligible for partnership on this position. 3rd party subcontractors need not apply.
- This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in the United States, directly for an employer, without sponsorship now or anytime in the future**