Structural Engineer I, Marine

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

(This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job’s overall responsibilities.)

• Design vessel structures which meet requirements set forth in the vessel specification, creating models, drawings, and detailed bills of materials.
• Loft and nest all vessel parts for CNC cutting.
• Perform all calculations required for structural design.
• Support estimators during preliminary stages of project.
• Support production personnel during construction phase of project.
• Participate in sea trials of completed vessels.
• Maintain engineering block library and structural standards documents.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS: This position maintains a variety of professional relationships and must be able to determine the appropriate level of communication and interaction for various situations and circumstances. The ability to effectively influence decisions through respectful interactions with others both within the organization and outside of the organization is essential in this role.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Very strong computer skills and experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Rhino, Ship Constructor and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) preferred.
• Must be detail oriented and able to work with extremely tight specifications.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Able to read, analyze and interpret the most complex documents.
• Experience must include good working knowledge of design spiral, vessel arrangements, structural, electrical, mechanical and outfit details.
• Capable of clear effective communications, creative problem solving, and working well with others of all levels of authority and technical knowledge.
• Must be highly organized and have excellent documentation skills.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• BA in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience required.
• Bachelors in marine, electrical or mechanical engineering preferred.
• Two (2) years of marine experience required, experience in vessel design and construction preferred.
• Experience and familiarity with CFR, IACS Classing Society rules, ABYC, IEEE, and military contracts is preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS: None required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While in production areas, the individual will be exposed to all weather conditions, noise, dusts and odors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor’s Human Resources Department.