REPORTS TO : Sr Department Engineering Manager, Engineering Lead, or Design Lead
SUPERVISES : N / A
DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :
Engineering Interns will work alongside experienced professionals, gaining insight into the design, development, and execution of cutting-edge maritime solutions.
- Electrical Engineering : Assist in the design, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and components.
- Mechanical Engineering : Support mechanical design and analysis for ship systems, including propulsion and HVAC systems.
- Naval Architecture : Contribute to hull form design, stability calculations, and weight assessments.
- Program Engineering : Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project planning, scheduling, and execution.
- Performs basic engineering calculations
- Create, change, or maintain technical documentation in support of ship design products
- Actively contribute innovative approaches and ideas
- Interface with suppliers on engineering specification / documentation inquiries
- Evaluate and solve technical issues in product development
- Updates and validates Purchase Specifications, per internal guidance
- Updates Vendor-Furnished Information, per supervisor guidance
- Performs 2D CAD red-line mark-ups from supervisory engineers
- Support cost saving activities
- Generate reports, as required
- Collaborate with both internal and external customers on technical matters
- Participate in supporting field surveys and other field-related tasks, as directed by immediate supervisor and in support of the Field Engineering group
- Contribute to assigned projects and maintain appropriate engineering procedures throughout the product development process to achieve engineering deliverables which include cost, reliability and manufacturing objectives
- Other responsibilities and duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE :
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Naval Architecture with an accredited universityCurrently maintaining a minimum 2.0 overall grade point average (4.0 scale)Successful completion of Second Semester of discipline-specific Engineering or Naval Architecture Curriculum (latest release date).Demonstrated knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD design software preferredProficiency in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)Eagerness to learn and contribute to complex engineering projectsAbility to work in a high paced team-oriented environmentAbility to work in a Production environmentDemonstrated project and time management skillsSystematic troubleshooting abilities / root cause analysisStrong sense of ownershipMust be able to clearly and effectively communicate technical and design issues to external and internal customersStrong written and communication skills requiredTOOLS :
Computer - applicable softwareDIRECTION EXERCISED :
As required by immediate supervisory personnelDISCRETION EXERCISED :
N / ALIASES WITH :
Engineers, Production Personnel, other Austal departmental personnel (as directed), and Equipment SuppliersADDITIONAL GUIDELINES :
Candidates will be trained on current Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) software and must demonstrate basic navigational expertise within first 30 days of employment.Candidate will be working in our production facility offices, with significant time working with and around production. Must be comfortable working in a construction-based environment.Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA :18 years of age or older at time of applicationAble to provide proof of US Person StatusNo felony convictions of Theft / Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition dateNo felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition dateWilling to submit to a drug screenWilling to submit to a background checkAustal USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Company policy prohibits discrimination, retaliation, or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. This Policy applies to recruiting, hiring, promotions, demotions, transfers, compensation, raises, benefits, training, facilities, discipline, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
Equal Employment Commitment
Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance : 251-445-1932.
Austal's commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.