The Structure & Outfitting Lead is responsible for leading the design and coordination of structural and outfitting systems across vessel construction projects. This role oversees a team of designers and ensures that all design deliverables meet project requirements, regulatory standards, and production needs. The Structure & Outfitting Lead works closely with engineering, production, purchasing, and project management teams to ensure designs are accurate, buildable, and delivered on schedule while supporting efficient vessel construction
Education/Experience- Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 8-10 years of experience in ship design, with leadership or supervisory experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of hull structure and outfitting systems
- Experience leading and mentoring design teams
- Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, ShipConstructor, and Navisworks
- Knowledge of maritime regulatory and classification rules (ABS, USCG, etc.)
- Experience developing and reviewing 2D/3D design drawings and production packages
- Strong understanding of shipyard fabrication methods and constructability requirements
- Ability to coordinate across departments including production, purchasing, and project management
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Physical Requirements- The employee must have correctable vision to 20/40, however contact lenses are not permitted in certain production area positions.
- The employee must pass the Ishihara test for color blindness and have the ability to read and understand safety symbols and colors, (i.e. red, yellow, green, etc.).
- The employee must pass a pulmonary function exam for positions requiring respiratory protection.
- The employee must be able to stand, sit, walk, squat, kneel, stoop, or climb stairs or a ladder.
- The employee must be able to perform overhead work, as necessary, with a full range of motion.
- The employee must not be claustrophobic and may be required to work in confined spaces.
- The employee must have the capability to maneuver through openings as small as 18 inches by 23 inches, and would need to be able to move and crawl into awkward positions.
- The employee must be able to work in static positions for extended periods of time.
- The employee must have good balance and the capability of standing on each foot for a period of 30 seconds or more.
- The employee must not have a fear of heights and may be required to work in an elevated environment (which could include heights of more than 50 feet) on scaffolding, from staging, planking, or a mechanical lift.
- The employee must be able to carry tools and or equipment to their designated work area. They could include but are not limited to the tools associated with their trade, or others as designated by their responsibilities. The approximate weight could be as much as 75 pounds.
Work Demands- The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to respirator, hardhat, face shield, safety goggles, safety shoes (steel toe), safety harness, gloves or other protective clothing as determined by a Senesco Marine Job Hazard Analysis.
- The employee must report all accidents or injuries to their supervisor and the Environmental Safety and Health Department.
- The employee must report to their supervisor any and all damages to equipment, or broken and misused tools.
- The employee may be working in several different areas and environments; this includes work inside and outside of buildings or structures.
- The employee needs to work at a pace consistent with meeting company deadlines.
DisclaimerThis is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
