Senior Structural Engineer

Fincantieri Marinette Marine, a Fincantieri Marine Group Company, is a progressive shipyard specializing in building ships for the United States Navy. We currently have an opportunity for a Senior at our Marinette, Wisconsin location.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Engineer's purpose is to solve technical problems, develop applicable documentation, and supervise all assigned resources to support the assigned project. The Senior Structural Engineer assists the Class Design Service group in determining the technical requirements of the project, defining resource requirements to achieve schedule and budget commitments, and solving technical issues as they arise within the field of competence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Work independently in solving technical issues
• Conduct structural analysis to ensure the integrity and safety of ship components and hulls.
• Evaluate materials and construction methods for optimal structural performance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex structural challenges.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with other professionals in the maritime industry.
• Assist in the development of Statements of Work (SOW) for activities to be outsourced to non-FMM Engineering teams and provide oversight of all products being worked outside of FMM Engineering, to include development and presentations of key performance indicator metrics.
• Attend and participate in meetings to support Navy Subcontract efforts involving design, production, or supportability
• Plan, estimate, schedule and monitor assigned work and the work of assigned resources
• Able to track progress, report progress, recommend improvements to budget and schedule, and recommend reductions to budget and schedule
• Capable to facilitate communications of issues and solutions throughout FMM, subcontract, or customers. Capable to mentor team members in effective communication techniques.
• Capable to prepare, check and issue professional quality deliverables, mentor team members on improving performance deliverables, and mentor subcontract on improving performance of deliverables
• Capable of interpreting contract requirements, applying to functional assignments, and able to mentor team members and subcontract in their understanding
• Skilled to identify and develop contract change documents to support the project needs. Capable to mentor fellow team members and subcontractors.
• Abide by and enforce all organizational policies and procedures. Mentor fellow team members and subcontractors in development, explanation, and guidance of policies and procedures.
• Capable to lead or participate in product improvement projects and working groups
• Proficient to define, track, monitor, and provide direction for subcontract activities.
• Able to define, track and control subcontractor activities
• Effectively supervise and mentor assigned resources during onboarding, skill development, or projects.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior Engineer also demonstrates leadership skills that align with the mission, vision, and values of the Company. The Senior Engineer may directly mentor or supervise 2 to 10 employees. Mentoring and supervisory responsibilities are to be carried out in accordance with the Company's policies, procedures, and applicable laws. An Engineer II may be included with interviewing potential new team members and training employees. With supervising, this may include planning, assigning, and directing work of assigned individuals, participating in the appraising performance, addressing complaints with development opportunities, and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering and 6 years of experience of increasing responsibility in the engineering field of competence.
• This requirement can also be met with an Associate's Degree in Structural Engineering Technology and 8 years of experience of increasing responsibility in the engineering field of competence, or a High School Diploma or GED and 9 years of experience of increasing responsibility in the engineering field of competence.
• Supervisory experience desired.
• Six Sigma or LEAN training desired.

SKILLS

• Must have a working knowledge of standard shipbuilding rules and regulations, as well as the associated regulatory agencies and the review & approval process.
• Strong understanding of load calculations and stress analysis
• Proficiency in structural analysis software and tools
• Ability to ensure designs and structures meet Build Specs and regulatory standards
• Ability to oversee ship structural projects from conception to completion
• Must have current computer skills relevant to the field of competence. Strong Microsoft Office Suites computer skills
• Strong 3D AutoCAD Modeling and processing skills comprised of the following:
• Multiple layout drawings
• Viewport manipulation
• Layer management
• 3-D clipping
• Solids creation / manipulation
• Blocks
• Must have ability to work within schedule and budget restraints.
• Must have the ability to maintain a professional demeanor.
• Must have effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality.
• A basic Earned Value Management System competency is a bonus
• Process Improvement Specialist knowledge and experience beneficial.
• Experience leading individuals and teams beneficial

COMPETENCIES: SPARC

• Safety First
• People oriented, determined to assist where able
• Accountability and Ownership: Demonstrate a sense of urgency, ownership in your role
• Respect people's difference and be open to differing opinions and beliefs
• Continue to improve your current role and help develop the role for the future based on lean management.

• Ownership and Accountability
• Team Work and Collaboration
• Business Discipline
• Sense of Urgency
• Hiring, Leading, and Developing Employees
• Embrace Culture Change and Improvement

PERFORMANCE LEADERS

Performance Leaders will inspire enthusiasm and act as a role model. She/he will develop talented employees with the skills, abilities, competencies and values needed to achieve the Company goals. The Performance Leader will provide timely feedback to employees in a constructive, coaching style. The feedback is to give praise & recognition and deal with performance issues.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stand or walk; use hands to handle materials or equipment; reach with hands and arms; stoop and kneel; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Fincantieri Marinette Marine (FMM) believes it is our responsibility to ensure that each of us works safely and productively, goes home healthy, and considers the environment in their actions, each and every day. Management is committed to providing a safe and healthy work setting, and protecting the environment as a key tenet of our culture and a primary mission. All employees are required to adhere to ISO and OHSAS policies established by FMM and shall have high values for safety awareness and be mindful of environmental impacts associated with each job task.

Fincantieri Marinette Marine offers competitive pay with benefits in a growth-oriented environment. Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply. Apply online at

Fincantieri Marinette Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and promotes a Drug Free Work Environment. Minorities, Women, Veterans and Disabled are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.