Fincantieri Marinette Marine, a Fincantieri Marine Group Company, is a progressive shipyard specializing in building ships for the United States Navy. We currently have an opportunity for a Senior HVAC Engineer at our Marinette, Wisconsin location. POSITION SUMMARYFincantieri Marine Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior HVAC Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the design, development, and review of HVAC systems for building ships. This position requires strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and the ability to supervise and mentor junior engineers.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Lead and oversee the design and drawing review process for HVAC systems in shipbuilding projects.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company guidelines in the design and implementation of HVAC systems.
- Collaborate with project managers, architects, and other engineering disciplines to integrate HVAC systems seamlessly into ship designs.
- Conduct technical evaluations and provide recommendations for system improvements, cost savings, and efficiency enhancements.
- Supervise a team of engineers and technicians, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to ensure project objectives are met on time and within budget.
- Review and approve engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation related to HVAC systems.
- Participate in meetings with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to discuss project requirements, progress, and technical issues.
- Stay updated on emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in HVAC engineering and shipbuilding industries.
- Must abide by and enforce all organizational policies and procedures.
COMPETENCIES: SPARC
- Safety first
- People oriented, determined to assist where able
- Accountability and Ownership: Demonstrate a sense of urgency, ownership in your role
- Respect peoples differences and be open to differing opinions and beliefs
- Continue to improve your current role and help develop the role for the future based on lean management.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform 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 is frequently required to sit and occasionally stand or walk; use hands to handle materials or equipment; reach with hands and arms; stoop and kneel; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters 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's workspace is in a clean and comfortable climate-controlled setting with little to no exposure to the moving equipment, elements, extreme conditions, or risk of injury. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. When entering the shipyard, the work environment is not climate-controlled and there is exposure to moving equipment, etc.Fincantieri Marine Group (FMG) believes it is our responsibility to ensure that each of us works safely and productively, goes home healthy, and considers the environment in their actions, each and every day. Management is committed to providing a safe and healthy work setting, and protecting the environment as a key tenet of our culture and a primary mission. All employees shall have high values for safety awareness and be mindful of environmental impacts associated with each job task.Fincantieri Marine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and promotes a Drug Free Work Environment. Minorities, Women, Veterans and Disabled are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in HVAC system design, preferably in the maritime or shipbuilding industry.
- This requirement can also be met with an Associate's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology and 8 years of experience of increasing responsibility in the engineering field of competence, or a High School Diploma or GED and 9 years of experience of increasing responsibility in the engineering field of competence.
SKILLS:
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
- Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.) and HVAC design tools.
- Strong knowledge of HVAC principles, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.
- Familiarity with classification society rules and regulations (e.g., ABS, DNV, Lloyd's Register) is advantageous.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Must have strong Microsoft Office Suites computer skills
- Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
- Must have the ability to maintain a professional demeanor.
- Must have effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Must have ability to maintain confidentiality.