Director of Marine Engineering

Core Group Resources is America's leading recruitment company. Founded by a service academy graduate who has offshore experience, Core Group Resources' expertise is unmatched in the marine offshore market, finance, IT, renewables, & non-profit for executive search, staffing, and expertise identification.

• 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