Electrical Project Department Manager - Engineering
Austal USA · Alabama
📍 Mobile, ALvia workdayFirst listed here 2026-08-02
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REPORTS TO: Chief Department Engineer & Program Engineer
SUPERVISES: Engineer III, Engineer II, Engineer I, Designers and Draftspersons
AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for overseeing Department Goals for a specific project as directed by the Program Engineer and Chief Department Engineer
Responsible for preparing, overseeing and assigning design calculations and drawing development to support Program Goals
Responsible for checking calculations
Responsible for progressing all department work
QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:
General: Minimum 8 plus years of design and/or construction experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines
Experienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers
Computer literate and familiar with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products
Thorough knowledge of ship and propulsion systems
Strong working knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, DNV, GL, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.)
US Citizenship
Electrical Engineer: Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent engineering degree or minimum 15 years of equivalent marine design experience
Thorough knowledge of power distribution and lighting systems
Thorough knowledge of automation, control and communication systems
Strong working knowledge of IEEE and NEC
TOOLS:
Computer – MS Office, AutoCAD
DIRECTION EXERCISED:
Will lead and direct the work of Engineers I, II, III, Designers and Draftspersons
Will determine technical adequacy of drawings and calculations
DISCRETION EXERCISED:
Will provide input to evaluations of Engineers I, II, III, Designers and Draftspersons
Has authority to direct, evaluate and correct the work of Engineers I, II, III, Designers and Draftspersons
LIAISES WITH: Engineers, Production Personnel, Customer, Regulatory Bodies, Program Management and Equipment Suppliers
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:
General: Working knowledge of modular construction methods is advantageous but not a requirement.
Experienced in design and construction of US Navy vessels is advantageous but not a requirement.
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
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.
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