Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer 

Location: Lockport, LA 

Position Overview: An Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the design of a vessel’s propulsion and auxiliary systems, piping and HVAC. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Actively interfaces with other engineering disciplines and production departments 

• Prepares purchase technical specifications 

• Directs designers in the development of functional drawings 

• Directs and coordinates activities involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and repair of mechanical or electromechanical products and systems   for use onboard vessels 

• Researches and analyzes data, such as customer design proposal, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application 

• Guides personnel in fabrication of test control apparatus and equipment, and development of testing methods and procedures 

• Ensures that products and systems conform to engineering design and customer specifications 

• May design products and systems to interface machines, hardware, and software 

• Other duties assigned or requested by Management. 

Qualifications: 

2+ years’ working experience with Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering OR 10+ years relevant industry experience. Shipyard experience is preferred.  

Skills: 

• Knowledge of piping, heating-ventilation-air conditioning (HVAC), insulation, machinery ventilation, sewage systems, and sea water systems concepts; 

• Ability to use computer assisted engineering software to design the products or systems listed above;