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Senior Maritime Engineering Director

System One • North Kingstown, RI • 14h ago

Job Title: Senior Maritime Engineering Director

Location: North Kingstown, Rhode Island

Type: Direct Hire

Compensation:

Contractor Work Model: Onsite

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Summary Statement

The Senior Maritime Engineering Director will lead and oversee all engineering functions within the shipyard, including Structural, Piping, Electrical, and Mechanical disciplines. This role ensures seamless coordination between the Naval Architect / production design subcontractor and internal shipyard teams, maintaining compliance with all contractual requirements for vessel construction. The Director will drive engineering excellence, schedule adherence, and technical integrity across all projects.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Leadership & Oversight

Direct and manage multidisciplinary engineering teams (structural, piping, electrical, mechanical).

Establish engineering standards, processes, and best practices for shipyard operations.

Ensure all engineering deliverables meet ABS, USCG, and other applicable regulatory standards.

Project Coordination

Act as the primary liaison between naval architects, design subcontractors, and shipyard production teams.

Integrate engineering outputs with production schedules and contractual milestones.

Review and approve all technical drawings, specifications, and calculations for accuracy and compliance.

Scheduling & Compliance

Monitor engineering progress against project timelines and budgets.

Implement corrective actions to address delays or technical challenges.

Ensure adherence to all contractual requirements and quality assurance protocols.

Technical Problem-Solving

Resolve complex engineering issues across structural, piping, electrical, and mechanical systems.

Provide technical guidance during construction, installation, and commissioning phases.

Drive continuous

Stakeholder Communication

Collaborate with senior management, project managers, and clients to align engineering objectives with business goals.

Prepare and present technical reports, progress updates, and risk assessments.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, or Structural Engineering (Master's preferred).

Experience: Minimum 10+ years in shipbuilding or maritime engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD, ShipConstructor, and project management tools (MS Project, Primavera). Strong knowledge of vessel systems integration and regulatory compliance.

Soft Skills: Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Attributes

Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent.

Familiarity with classification society rules (ABS, DNV, Lloyds).

Experience with large-scale vessel construction projects and subcontractor management.

Why This Role Matters

This position is critical for ensuring that engineering deliverables align with production schedules and contractual obligations, enabling the successful construction of complex maritime vessels.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

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