Manager of Engineering

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description As part of our BAE Systems Jacksonville Ship Repair (JSR) team, you will be working alongside some of the industry's top talent on the forefront of technology. We are currently hiring for an experienced Manger of Engineering to oversee our Engineering Services Division. As the Manager of Engineering at BAE Systems JSR, you will be responsible for overseeing subordinate engineering efforts related to naval architecture and marine engineering, heavy-lift engineering, industrial engineering, and civil engineering as it relates to ship repair, build projects, capital expenditures, conversions, and heavy lift moves. This role involves coordinating departmental resources, and supporting a workforce of over 800 employees. The successful candidate will lead initiatives to improve departmental capabilities, manage training programs, and ensure that engineering deliverables align with production goals.I. SAFETYLeader and Initiator in Safety. Ensures Engineering Division's compliance with all company & OSHA regulated safety requirements/standards. II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Develop and maintain training programs for the engineering group.
• Mentor direct subordinates and manage personnel decisions including hiring and termination.
• Lead meetings with engineering personnel and other departments to support business objectives.
• Report department performance to senior management.
• Interface with internal and external customers, regulatory agencies, and subcontractors.
• Manage the coordination and integration of technical activities in engineering projects.
• Oversee development and follow up on complete engineered Lifting and Transport plans.
• Oversee calculations (ground pressure, transporter suitability, crane capacity, steel structures and lifting equipment) and determining the details of projects.
• Direct, review, and approve project design changes.
• Assists the Senior Dockmaster with planning and executing safe drydocking evolutions and vessel launchings.
• Maintains positive stability of all vessels under company control.
• Plans and schedules manpower, material, and equipment.
• Able to analyze and interpret technical information and drawings
• Responsible for determining docking feasibility through review of relevant drawings, vessel survey and/or client supplied docking plans. Maintain up to date database of vessels docked with 'red lined' drawings and calculations.
• Prepare vessel specific docking procedures and assist Senior Dockmaster with dock/undock conferences (with both internal and external stakeholders).
• Oversee and approve blocking setup.
• Coordinate vessel scheduling with Operations and management.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Assist Estimating Department (-10%)
• Some travel required.III. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Supervises personnel in the Engineering Services Division and personnel assigned during vessel drydocking evolutions, and vessel launching.IV. 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/preferred.
  • Advanced knowledge of AUTOCAD--- or similar 2D design software is required
  • Experience with Microsoft Suite and MS Project a must
  • Strong oral and written English language communication and interpersonal skills required
  • Organized, good attention to detail and results drivenRequired Education, Experience, & Skills EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
    • Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture and/or Marine Engineering from a four year college or university; or five to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • Knowledge of MIL-STD 1625 series, NAVSHIPS Technical Manual, Chapter 997, and Facility Certification Reports.
    • Knowledge of docking procedures, ship handling, and ship design
    • Proficient in computer applications such as MS Word, Excel, Access, and AutoCAD.
      • Keen on thinking creatively
      • Strong interpersonal skills
      • Able to work effectively with a team of engineers
      • Meticulous attention to detail
      • Exceptional written and verbal communication skillsPreferred Education, Experience, & Skills LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to work with metric system conversions.REASONING ABILITY Shall possess the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Shall possess the ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to tour all vessels, piers, docks, & work sites. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, & ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $133333 - $226667Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair---just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

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