Mechanical Engineering Team Lead - Mobile, AL, United States - Austal USA

Description

REPORTS TO:
Chief Mechanical Engineer & Project Department Engineer
All levels of Engineers, Designers, Drafters, Field Engineers and Admins within the Engineering department
Responsible for design calculations and drawing development as assigned by the Chief Department Engineer or a Department Engineer III

Responsible for quality performance of staff, inclusive of ensuring correctness of subordinate calculations. \Provide technical direction to staff. \Provide oversight of cost and schedule performance. \Provide work direction and establish performance standards for employees assigned. \Drive continuous improvements in safety, quality, process improvement and procedures. \Delivers constructive feedback to employees and provides input into performance management process that may affect employment actions. \Reviews and approves employees' training; provides input to department budget for subordinate training needs. \procedures and policies.
Marine/Mechanical Engineer

Successful completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Marine or Mechanical Engineering

Working knowledge of ship and propulsion system design and operation

Working knowledge of HVAC design. \Working knowledge of composite shafting preferred. \Understanding of scheduling and work packaging policies. \Experienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers. \Computer literate and familiar with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products. \Working knowledge of ship and propulsion systems. \Working knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. 18 years or older at time of application

~ Able to provide proof of US Person status(permanent resident or citizen)

~ Computer - MS Office, AutoCAD

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LIAISES WITH:
Engineers, Production Personnel, Customer, Regulatory Bodies, Program Management and Equipment Suppliers

Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps).

Ability to work at heights above 12' while working from ladders, scaffolding and/or man lifts.
Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and equipment.
Possess sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipment.

Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steeltoed shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.) Able to utilize adequate visual skills.

Ability to perceive attributes of an object/material such as size, shape, temperature and texture by means of receptors in the hands and fingers.

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat.

The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold.

Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance:
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