Sr. Naval Architect / Project Engineer

OVERVIEW

The S&B Family of Companies is currently searching for an experienced Sr. Naval Architect for our affiliate TAI Engineers in Houston, TX.  The Sr. Naval Architect will ead conceptual, detail and production new vessel and vessel modification design projects and resolve technical problems. Will work with multidisciplinary staff. Assist and mentor junior engineers and working closely with AutoCAD and modeling design staff.  We offer a competitive compensation package, excellent benefits and hybrid work schedules. If you are an experienced Sr. Naval Architect looking for an exciting opportunity in the Houston area, we invite you to apply and contribute to our continued success.

RESPONSIBILITIES

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

In a supervisory capacity, assists in planning, developing, coordinating, and directing a large and important engineering project or supervising a number of small projects with many complex features.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Naval Architecture & Maritime Engineering from an accredited college or university.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

10 years of experience in Naval Architecture and Design.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In a supervisory capacity, assists in planning, developing, coordinating, and directing a large and important engineering project or supervising a number of small projects with many complex features. As an individual worker, carries out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. Work is expected to result in the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. Work is expected to result in the development of new or refined equipment, materials, processes, products, and/or scientific methods. As staff specialist, develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities to be carried out by others.

• Lead conceptual, detail and production new vessel and vessel modification design projects and resolve technical problems.
• Perform calculations to support design decisions and quality check calculations to ensure final products meet quality standards and contract standards and requirements.
• Project management including developing and tracking schedules to ensure SOW is completed on time and budget, work with client to define new tasking and work with TAI engineering managers to provide competitive cost for new work.
• Work with multidisciplinary staff. Assist and mentor junior engineers and working closely with AutoCAD and modeling design staff.
• Participate in client meetings and develop successful working relationships to grow the NAME business.
• Develop detail design/drafting in CAD format for vessel modifications, vessel repairs, outfitting and site plans.
• Adhere to all company safety, environmental, quality assurance and security programs.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of clients, managers designers and engineers.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Occasionally, will conduct or participate in a field trip to an operating plant or construction site.  This requires normal hearing, the ability to stand, walk, reach, climb and balance, clear close and distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.  Lifting up to 25 pounds may be required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Normal work environment will be a business office with moderate noise.  Occasionally, may visit or be temporarily assigned to an operating plant or to reside in an office on-site for the duration of a project.  This may require exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, and work near moving mechanical parts, electrical energy, construction equipment, vibration, fumes, chemicals and airborne particles.

ABOUT TAI ENGINEERS, LLC

TAI Engineers, LLC. (TAI) is a full-service Maritime Solutions company incorporated in 1993 and is owned by S&B Infrastructure Ltd. an S&B family company.  With its 100 Marine Professionals, TAI is enhanced by S&B, which has about 1,600 engineers. TAI is known for its Management Expertise, Technical Excellence, and Innovative Maritime Solutions. TAI is proud of its legacy and people, whose professionalism and dedication make the company trusted by its clients. TAI provides services to commercial and governmental clients. TAI is GSA listed to provide engineering services and vessels to any government agency in the US and is also a prime contractor on NAVSEA’s SEAPORT-E program. TAI offers a diversity of expertise to respond to most maritime and offshore requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer:  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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