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Director of Marine Engineering Job Summary

This position is responsible for defining contract requirements for ship design, build, conversion, and repair projects at our 63-acre facility. The candidate will support over 1,000 workers by determining department resources, coordinating personnel to meet commitments, and taking on leadership roles as needed, including bid and proposal development.

Director of Marine Engineering Responsibilities

• Adhere to and promote the Safety Policy, and enforce all organizational policies and procedures.
• Determine resource needs to support business goals and maintain departmental capabilities aligned with engineering efforts.
• Develop and maintain training programs and standardized processes for the engineering team.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and mentor direct reports.
  Manage recruitment and terminations.
• Lead meetings with Engineering, other departments, and external stakeholders to align efforts with business objectives.
• Report departmental performance to the Senior Management.
• Coordinate with all departments to ensure engineering deliverables meet production needs.
• Oversee department budgets and participate in bid and proposal development.
• Manage and integrate technical activities in engineering projects, including reviewing and approving design changes.
• Present proposals and reports to customers, and negotiate project specifications.
• Engage actively in waterfront activities.
• Uphold and promote Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety policies.

Director of Marine Engineering Position Requirements

• Master's degree and 10-20 years of relevant experience OR 4 Year Degree in field of competence and 15-25 years of relevant experience OR 2 Year Degree and 20+ years of relevant experience
• Must exhibit the capacity to manage a large departmental workforce by motivating and disciplining individuals as required to achieve Engineering Department Goals and Objectives.
• 15 Years of Supervisory Experience
• Experience using 2D and 3D CAD software to an intermediate level
• Current computer skills relevant to the field of competence to include Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Director of Marine Engineering Position Preferred Requirements

• Additional supervisory and/or management degrees
• Technological skills proven by verifiable and specific work experience, technical publication, or patent issue
• Six Sigma or LEAN training desired