DescriptionResolve: The Salvage Naval Architect (SNA) reports to the Salvage Master while on project sites and to the Engineering Manager and the Director of Projects. This position supports Resolve Marine's global emergency response, salvage, and wreck removal operations. While supporting these operations, the position responsibilities range from development of emergency response and wreck removal technical plans, engineering support for field operations and fleet support, as well as onsite field Naval Architecture support.
Position Responsibilities:- Provide support to the Project Manager, Salvage Master and operations team as needed including the development of written technical plans, drawings and diagrams to support operations, perform initial emergency response surveys, towing plans and calculations, rigging design and vessel connections, vessel arrangements and site plans.
- Develop 3D hull models for use in stability software for damage stability, salvage, and wreck removal operations.
- Use stability software and hydrostatics information to develop ground reactions, ballast/cargo discharge requirements and estimate freeing force requirements.
- Support various emergency response, salvage, and wreck removal jobs by developing the engineering plans, arrangements, and drawings.
- Work with classification societies and flag state's regarding maintenance and modifications to Resolve Marine's own floating assets.
- Maintain engineering reports and plans developed for Resolve Marine's emergency response, salvage, and wreck removal projects.
- Develop structural design using first principle and advanced analysis calculations.
- Develop detail design/drafting in CAD format for vessel modifications, vessel repairs, outfitting and site plans.
- Develop and engineered heavy lift plans, rigging arrangements, and mooring systems.
- Support other engineering projects that are associated with Resolve Marine's other business units.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, providing technical support on-site or remotely.
- Assist the project management team in other support roles as may be required
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or Ocean Engineering.
- Minimum 8 years of engineering experience in marine operations or shipyard (salvage industry strongly preferred).
- Experience with the development and completion of construction drawings using CAD drafting.
- Engineer in Training (EIT) or ability to obtain EIT certification (if not already PE licensed).
- Professional Engineer license strongly preferred.
- Ability to obtain a Professional Engineer license (if not already licensed).
Computer Skills: - GHS, AutoCad, Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficient in hydrostatic calculations including the development of 3D hull models for use in stability software and experience with GHS software strongly preferred.
- Proficient in Autodesk AutoCAD software. Proficiency in a 3D CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor is also desired.
Supervisory Requirements: - Oversee and provide direction to junior engineering staff while working on the same project.
- Provide onsite engineering supervision for Resolve Marine operations, including emergency response, salvage, and wreck removal projects.
- Ensure Resolve Marine operations while onsite are conducted in a safe manner to avoid damage to people, property, and the environment..
Travel Requirement:Up to 25% travel is required. If additional, travel is required beyond the specified amount, based on the operational demand, you will be notified accordingly so arrangements can be made.
