Job OverviewWe are seeking a Marine Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and integration of auxiliary and propulsion support systems for autonomous surface vessels. This is a hands-on mechanical design role focused on fluid systems, machinery integration, and vessel-level mechanical architecture-not propulsion unit design itself. These systems must perform reliably in harsh, real-world maritime environments.
Systems You Will Own- Fuel storage, transfer, and conditioning systems
- Seawater and freshwater cooling systems
- Ventilation and HVAC for machinery spaces
- Hydraulic systems and fluid power components
- Piping, valves, pumps, and fluid distribution networks
- Auxiliary machinery and below-deck mechanical integration
Responsibilities- Design and develop marine auxiliary systems from concept through production
- Create system layouts and machinery arrangements
- Perform system-level analyses
- Select and integrate components
- Develop and execute test plans
- Collaborate across engineering teams
- Support build and integration
- Analyze performance data and improve designs
- Troubleshoot and perform root-cause analysis
- Drive design-for-manufacturing decisions
Qualifications Required- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Marine, or related field
- 2+ years designing mechanical or fluid systems
- Strong fundamentals in fluid mechanics and thermodynamics
- Experience with piping, cooling, fuel, HVAC, or hydraulics
- Ability to perform first-principles calculations
- Experience with CAD tools
Preferred- Experience with marine systems
- Familiarity with diesel support systems
- Experience with testing and integration
- Experience with CFD or thermal tools
- Exposure to maritime standards
Benefits- Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
- Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
- Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
- Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
- Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
- Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
- Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company's success
- Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
- Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
Physical Demands - Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Occasional standing and walking within the office
- Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
- Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
- Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
- Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)
