Fincantieri Marinette Marine, a Fincantieri Marine Group Company, is hiring a Director of Technical Projects at our Marinette, WI location.
Fincantieri Marine Group
Fincantieri Marine Group (FMG) is a subsidiary of Fincantieri S.p.A. with a mission to build, repair, and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service, and defend our nation and the world. Fincantieri offers rewarding careers to more than 20,000 employees across 4 continents within 20 shipyards. We are a world leader and shipbuilder of choice, constantly evolving to meet global megatrends in tourism, energy, and defense through innovative and competitive maritime solutions.
Position Summary
The Director of Technical Projects oversees the full lifecycle of Hull, Mechanical & Electrical (HM&E) systems, including receipt, staging, quality assurance, storage, installation, testing, and delivery. The role serves as the primary technical liaison with the Customer, supports engineering interactions with NAVSEA and classification authorities, coordinates technical modifications, and partners with Program Management and Technical Directors to evaluate and approve technical changes.
Domestic and international travel may be required.
Essential Functions
- Own the technical execution of Hull, Mechanical & Electrical (HM&E) systems, ensuring technical integrity while managing scope, engineering deliverables, cost, schedule, quality, and contractual milestones
- Support all phases of the program--from proposal and startup through design, construction, testing, and delivery--by coordinating engineering activities, approvals, documentation, and required testing
- Identify and manage program risks and opportunities, oversee baseline changes, engineering change proposals (ECPs), technical issue resolution, root cause analysis, and HM&E financial performance
- Coordinate Stakeholders and Customer Interface: Serve as the primary HM&E technical liaison across engineering, supply chain, OEMs, customers, and regulatory authorities to ensure contractual compliance
- Other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
Required Skills
- Knowledge of Hull, Mechanical & Electrical (HM&E) System design, integration, testing, lifecycle management, and shipbuilding engineering principles
- Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVMS), Estimates at Completion (EAC), risk and opportunity management, baseline changes, engineering change proposals (ECPs), and Engineering design and 3D modeling software (AutoCAD, Navisworks, ShipConstructor, CADMATIC or similar)
- Ability to lead cross-functional engineering activities, manage OEM and supplier performance, coordinate technical deliverables, oversee system integration, and ensure compliance with contractual requirements
- Must have strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills
- Must have strong organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills
- Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor
- Must adhere to ISO and OSHA policies established by FMG and have high values for safety awareness
- Perform supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Company policies, procedures, and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating performance; employee recognition and discipline; resolving employee concerns; and developing employees with the skills, competencies, and values needed to achieve Company goals.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- 12 Years of project leadership experience in the shipbuilding industry or major defense industry required, knowledge of applicable classification society rules and requirements (ABS, DNV, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas, RINA, ClassNK) preferred
- Have or be willing to obtain security clearance required, PMP a plus
Competencies
Fincantieri's core competencies reflect our values and key behavioral expectations for all employees:
- Open Mindset: Identify and solve problems, embrace change, and seek continuous learning.
- Strategic Leadership: Build trust, unity, and accountability while working toward shared goals.
- Accomplishment: Take ownership, deliver results, and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Social Connection: Collaborate, communicate, and value diversity and inclusion.
- Leadership Excellence: Fincantieri leaders lead by example, empower, and inspire success.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
While performing job duties, the employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stand or walk; use hands and arms to grasp, reach and type; stoop or kneel; and speak or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. The position is primarily performed in a quiet, climate-controlled environment with minimal exposure to moving equipment, elements, or risk of injury. When entering the shipyard, there may be exposure to moving equipment, elements, or risk of injury.
Posting Disclaimer
This job description provides a summary of the work environment, knowledge, skill, ability, and physical demands required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Other duties may apply. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Skills Required
- Knowledge of HM&E system design, integration, testing, lifecycle management, and shipbuilding engineering principles
- Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVMS) and Estimates at Completion (EAC)
- Experience with engineering design and 3D modeling software (AutoCAD, Navisworks, ShipConstructor, CADMATIC or similar)
- Ability to lead cross-functional engineering activities, manage OEM and supplier performance, and oversee system integration
- Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills
- Strong organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor
- Adherence to ISO and OSHA safety policies and high safety awareness
- Supervisory experience: hiring, training, performance management, discipline, and employee development
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- 12 years of project leadership experience in the shipbuilding industry or major defense industry
- Knowledge of classification society rules and requirements (ABS, DNV, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas, RINA, ClassNK)
- PMP certification
- Have or be willing to obtain required security clearance
What We Do
Fincantieri Marine Group is a leading US shipbuilder active in the naval and commercial sector. FMG employs more than 2,200 people across its three shipyards: • Fincantieri Marinette Marine will build the Navy's future guided-missle frigate or FFG(X) and has built the U.S. Navy’s Freedom variant Littoral Combat Ship. • Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding is one of the main U.S, builders of merchant ships. Our product lines include LNG bunkering, windfarm vessels, ATB's, fishing vessels, passenger/car ferries, self-unloaders, bulk carriers, OSV's and more. Leader in repair and conversions in the Great Lakes region. • Fincantieri ACE Marine, is a center of excellence for aluminum construction, with experience in building small and medium-sized boats and patrol vessels especially for the U.S, Coast Guard. FMG has experienced naval architecture and marine engineering staff, and a highly skilled workforce committed to safe operation. Fincantieri Marine Group is the U.S. division of Italian shipbuilding giant FINCANTIERI, one of the world's largest shipbuilders, and number one by diversification and presence in all high value-added market sectors, having built more than 7,000 vessels over 230 years. Headquartered in Trieste, Italy, the Group has approximately 20,000 employees, and operates through 20 shipyards on four continents. It is world leader in cruise ship construction and a reference player in other sectors, including naval vessels, offshore support vessels, mega-yachts, as well as ship repair and conversion. Fincantieri Marine Group 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.
