Mechanical Design Manager - Pipe in Mobile, AL at Austal

Austal USA is recognized for its advancements in naval ship design and construction, presenting distinctive opportunities for team members to participate in influential initiatives shaping the maritime sector now and in the future. With a heritage rooted in innovation, Austal USA has been instrumental in propelling naval technology forward through sophisticated design, engineering, and delivery of Littoral Combat Ships (LCS), Expeditionary Fast Transport (EPF) to the recently awarded Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC), Expeditionary Medical Ship (EMS), and the T-AGOS ocean surveillance vessels. What sets Austal USA apart is our commitment to innovation and our dedication to building the best ships for the United States Navy and the United States Coast Guard. We actively cultivate a culture fueled by intellectual curiosity and diverse perspectives, where every team member is integral to delivering cutting-edge solutions.

REPORTS TO:  Sr Dept Manager Engineering

SUPERVISES:  Design Leads, Designers, and Draftspersons

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead, mentor, and manage the design team to achieve design objectives for various department programs

• Provide clear direction, set priorities, and allocate resources to ensure timely and high-quality design deliverables

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance team performance and ensure alignment with project goals

• Facilitate communication between designers, design leads, and other departments to ensure smooth workflows and timely completion of products

• Offer strategic consultation to the Engineering Leadership team on the development of Functional Design Drawings, 3D Modeling, and Construction Drawings, ensuring alignment with overall project objectives and technical requirements

• Establish standardized design practices across projects within the department.

• Provide leadership and guidance to the Design Leads

• Establish work flows, procedures, and processes for functional drawings, 3D modeling, construction drawings, and design change products

• Responsible for ensuring design processes and procedures are being properly used throughout the design team 

• Responsible for overall drawing and modeling quality of the design team

• Responsible for establishing design team budgets, tracking estimates at completion for the project design efforts, and ensuring design team is operating efficiently

• Works with Production Management, cross-functional design teams, and customer representatives, to understand how design products can be improved for Production efficiency             

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

• Associate’s degree or technical diploma in Drafting, Design Technology, Engineering or similar field or a combination of education and related experience and

• Ten (10) years of 3D modeling experience or equivalent experience in the maritime industry

• Five (5) years of experience leading multiple design projects and teams

• Advanced proficiency in CAD software (ex: AutoCAD) and design principles, Ship Constructor preferred

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Strong understanding of work scheduling processes and ability to adhere to strict deadlines

• Ability to interact positively with Production managers, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:

The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities.

• 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 application

• Able to provide proof of US Person Status

• No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date

• No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date

• Willing to submit to a drug screen

• Willing to submit to a background check

TOOLS:

DIRECTION EXERCISED:

• Will manage and direct the work of Designers and Draftspersons

• Ensures that project and department milestones and goals are met while adhering to approved budgets and design standards

• Will determine technical adequacy of drawings

DISCRETION EXERCISED:

• Has authority to assign tasks, set priorities, and oversee project workflows

• Provides input on performance evaluations, hiring decisions, and staff development initiatives of Designers and Draftspersons

• Has authority to direct, evaluate and correct the work of Designers and Draftspersons

• Approves final design outputs for accuracy, quality, and compliance

LIAISES WITH:  Engineers, Designers, Drafters, Production Personnel, Customer, Program Management and Equipment Suppliers

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat.  The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold.  The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud, + 90 dB.

SAFETY

Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks. 

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 shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.  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.