Everforth ECS is seeking licensed Professional Engineers (PE) with distinct expertise in Naval Architecture and Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, and Structural engineering to work remotely. Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award.
We are seeking licensed Professional Engineers (PE) with distinct expertise in Naval Architecture and Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, and Structural engineering to lead the technical design, development, and integration of commercial and governmental marine vessels. Acting as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for specific Ship Work Breakdown Structure (SWBS) groupings, the PE will hold stamping authority, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive engineering excellence.
Typical duties and responsibilities include:
- SWBS Ownership: Assume total technical responsibility and quality control for SWBS groupings applicable to your domain, ensuring work adheres to 100% of the project requirements.
- PE Stamping & Certification: Review, verify, and stamp design packages, calculations, and specifications for classification societies (e.g., ABS, DNV) and flag state authorities as necessary.
- Requirements Management: Map end user requirements to holistic systems and engineering methodologies, ensuring no design criteria or regulatory standards are missed.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate directly with other SWBS leads to ensure proper integration of weight, stability, power, other ship services, and structural interfaces.
- Life-Cycle Support: Support and help to drive the design spiral, shipyard construction, commissioning, and in-service modifications/drydockings.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure designs meet project specifications, class requirements, and maritime regulatory standards (e.g., ABS, DNV, USCG).
- Review & Modification: Conduct design reviews, incorporate feedback, and implement modifications to accommodate changes in project scope.
- Briefings & Reports: Develop and present technical materials at all levels, including senior executives for efficient review and decision making.
- Some level of travel may be required.
Specific functional/SWBS requirements include:
Structural Engineer (Naval Architect / Marine Engineer)
Focus Area: SWBS Group 100 (Hull Structure), Group 200 (Propulsion), and Group 500 (Auxiliary Systems).
Responsibilities:
- Design and evaluate hull forms, scantlings, and foundations.
- Evaluate conceptual designs for ship systems and identify the work required to develop the associated detailed/production designs.
- Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and first-principle calculations to ensure structural integrity.
- Manage weight monitoring and structural evaluation to maintain vessel intact and damage stability.
- Develop drawings (with the assistance from CAD drafters) of associated systems.
Qualifications: PE in Structural/Mechanical Engineering or Naval Architecture. Experience in lifting appliances, structural design, or hybrid propulsion is a plus.
Mechanical Engineer (Marine Engineer)
Focus Area: SWBS Group 200 (Propulsion Plant), Group 300 (Electric Plant - Mechanical Aspects), Group 500 (Auxiliary Systems), and Group 600 (Outfit & Furnishings).
Responsibilities:
- Develop detailed engineering designs and specifications for piping, HVAC, and refrigeration systems, and steering gear.
- Evaluate conceptual designs for ship systems and identify the work required to develop the associated detailed/production designs.
- Conduct hydrodynamics, thermo-fluids, and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analyses for propulsion systems.
- Select, size, and integrate main and auxiliary systems including pumps, fans, valves, and other mechanical components.
- Develop drawings (with the assistance from CAD drafters) of associated systems.
Qualifications: PE in Mechanical or Marine Engineering. Familiarity with CFRs, ABS, USCG, MARPOL, and SOLAS regulations.
Electrical Engineer (Marine Engineer)
Focus Area: SWBS Group 300 (Electric Plant) and automated control segments of Group 400 (Command & Surveillance).
Responsibilities:
- Design power generation, distribution, and conversion systems for both ship service and emergency loads.
- Develop electrical load analyses, short-circuit calculations, and arc-flash studies.
- Integrate hybrid/electric propulsion architectures, switchboards, and marine cabling networks.
- Integrate Regulatory and Class Society certification requirements such as Safe Return to Port (SRtP), Automated Centralized Control Unmanned (ACCU), Dynamic Positioning Systems (DPS-0 through DPS-3), etc.
- Develop drawings (with the assistance from CAD drafters) of associated systems.
Qualifications: PE in Electrical Engineering. Deep knowledge of marine classification standards for electrical systems (e.g., IEEE 45).
Salary Range:
Systems Engineer III: 5+ years of experience. $80k
Senior Systems Engineer: 8+ years of experience. $105k
Principal Systems Engineer: 10+ years of experience. $120k
Chief Engineer: 15 years+, years of experience. $160k.
General Description of Benefits
Preferred Qualifications
- Education: B.S. or M.S. in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (PE) License in Naval Architecture or related field(s).
- Experience: 5-20+ years of progressive maritime or heavy industrial engineering experience. Salaries are commensurate with the applicable amount of experience and level of education.
- Software Fluency: Proficiency with industry-standard 2D/3D CAD and CAE/FEA software suites. Experience with Ship Constructor highly desirable.
- Communication & Problem Solving: Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of communicating clearly with engineering leadership and waterfront trades. Effective communication skills to speak at various levels of technical expertise to internal/external personnel. The ability to work independently but maintain strong coordination with remote team members/customers is also required.
- Clearance: Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.
Skills Required
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Naval Architecture, Structural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
- US citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance
- 5+ years maritime or heavy industrial engineering experience (design, ship systems, or related)
- Experience performing Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analyses
- Knowledge of maritime classification societies and regulations (ABS, DNV, USCG, MARPOL, SOLAS, CFRs)
- Ability to review, stamp, and certify design packages for classification societies and flag authorities
- Proficiency with industry-standard 2D/3D CAD and CAE/FEA software; ShipConstructor experience highly desirable
- B.S. or M.S. in Naval Architecture, Ocean, Marine, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- Experience with lifting appliances, structural design, or hybrid/electric propulsion systems
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Healthcare Strength — ECS advertises multiple national-network medical plan options with HSA eligibility alongside dental and vision coverage. Coverage generally begins quickly and is paired with company-paid short- and long-term disability, adding stability to the health package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with Safe Harbor and immediate vesting on employer contributions is emphasized, with an employer match available. Access to an employee stock purchase plan via the parent company provides an additional savings avenue.
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