Shipyard Field Engineer
Recruiting Partner: Samantha McDermott
North Kingstown, Rhode Island | Manufacturing | Not Remote | $110,000 to $150,000 | Job ID: 178077
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Shipyard Field Engineer
North Kingstown, RI
Join a respected shipbuilding organization where engineering meets hands-on vessel construction. This is an opportunity to play a critical role in bringing complex commercial and government marine projects to life by serving as the bridge between engineering and production teams.
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive salary (DOE)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Life and disability insurance
- Career growth with a leading U.S. shipbuilder
- Exposure to complex commercial and government vessel projects
- Collaborative engineering and production environment
Requirements & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Naval Architecture, or equivalent shipyard field experience
- 7+ years supporting shipbuilding, vessel repair, or major marine modification projects
- 5+ years supporting structural fabrication, outfitting, construction, or craft management
- Proficiency with AutoCAD; ShipConstructor or similar marine software preferred
- Strong understanding of vessel structural systems, outfitting, fabrication, and installation practices
- Ability to interpret ABS and U.S. Coast Guard regulations
- Ability to read structural, arrangement, production, and fabrication drawings
Must Haves
- Develop and improve structural and outfitting build strategies to support production schedules
- Resolve field engineering issues between design and construction teams
- Maintain accurate as-built drawings, redlines, and field documentation
- Coordinate installation activities across structural, piping, electrical, HVAC, machinery, and subcontractor teams
- Review constructability, equipment access, clearances, and installation sequencing
- Support inspections, commissioning, turnover, and quality documentation
- Recommend process improvements that reduce rework and improve production efficiency
Preferred Background & Skills
- ShipConstructor or other marine CAD software experience
- Experience with NC nesting programs and template development
- New-build shipyard experience
- Government or commercial vessel construction experience
- Strong cross-functional communication and problem-solving skills
- Experience supporting material take-offs and procurement activities
JOB ID: 178077
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