{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"044f6067e2ff9bb4e87dc4a5","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/044f6067e2ff9bb4e87dc4a5","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/044f6067e2ff9bb4e87dc4a5","title":"Electrical Engineering Manager","description":"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.\n\nReports To\nSr Department Manager & Program Engineer\n\nSupervises\nEngineer III, Engineer II, Engineer I, Designers and Draftspersons\n\nAuthorities / Responsibilities\n\nResponsible for overseeing Department Goals for a specific project as directed by the Program Engineer and Sr Department Manger\n\nResponsible for preparing, overseeing and assigning design calculations and drawing development to support Program Goals\n\nResponsible for checking calculations\n\nResponsible for progressing all department work\n\nQualifications / Knowledge / Experience\n\nMinimum 7 plus years of design and/or construction experience\n\nExcellent written and oral communication skills\n\nUnderstanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines\n\nExperienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers\n\nComputer literate and familiar with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products\n\nThorough knowledge of ship and propulsion systems\n\nStrong working knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, DNV, GL, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.)\n\nElectrical/Controls Engineer:\nSuccessful completion of a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent engineering degree or minimum 10 years of equivalent marine design experience\n\nThorough knowledge of power distribution and lighting systems\n\nThorough knowledge of automation, control and communication systems\n\nStrong working knowledge of IEEE and NEC\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nExperienced in the construction of high‑speed aluminum vessels preferred\n\nDemonstrated knowledge of large modular construction methods preferred\n\nExperienced in design and construction of US Navy vessel preferred\n\nDemonstrated understanding of shock design preferred\n\nTools\n\nComputer – MS Office, AutoCAD\n\nDirection Exercised\n\nWill manage and direct the work of Engineers Designers and Draftspersons\n\nWill determine technical adequacy of drawings and calculations\n\nDiscretion Exercised\n\nAs directed by Sr. Department Manager and Program Engineer\n\nWill provide input to evaluations of Engineers Designers and Draftspersons\n\nHas authority to direct, evaluate and correct the work of Engineers Designers and Draftspersons\n\nLIAISES WITH: Engineers, Production Personnel, Customer, Regulatory Bodies, Program Management and Equipment Suppliers\n\nAdditional Guidelines\n\nMust be able to obtain and maintain required Security Clearance.\n\n18 years of age or older at time of application\n\nAble to provide proof of US Person Status\n\nNo felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date\n\nNo felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date\n\nWilling to submit to a drug screen\n\nWilling to submit to a background check\n\nWork Environment\nThe 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 is regularly 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.\n\nSafety\nMust comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.\n\nEqual Employment Commitment\nAustal’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. 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.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Austal","rawCompany":"austal","city":"Mobile","state":"AL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-16T03:41:14.619Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"},{"code":"336611","title":"Ship Building and Repairing","slug":"ship-building-and-repairing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Electrical Engineering Manager","description":"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.\n\nReports To\nSr Department Manager & Program Engineer\n\nSupervises\nEngineer III, Engineer II, Engineer I, Designers and Draftspersons\n\nAuthorities / Responsibilities\n\nResponsible for overseeing Department Goals for a specific project as directed by the Program Engineer and Sr Department Manger\n\nResponsible for preparing, overseeing and assigning design calculations and drawing development to support Program Goals\n\nResponsible for checking calculations\n\nResponsible for progressing all department work\n\nQualifications / Knowledge / Experience\n\nMinimum 7 plus years of design and/or construction experience\n\nExcellent written and oral communication skills\n\nUnderstanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines\n\nExperienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers\n\nComputer literate and familiar with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products\n\nThorough knowledge of ship and propulsion systems\n\nStrong working knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, DNV, GL, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.)\n\nElectrical/Controls Engineer:\nSuccessful completion of a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent engineering degree or minimum 10 years of equivalent marine design experience\n\nThorough knowledge of power distribution and lighting systems\n\nThorough knowledge of automation, control and communication systems\n\nStrong working knowledge of IEEE and NEC\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nExperienced in the construction of high‑speed aluminum vessels preferred\n\nDemonstrated knowledge of large modular construction methods preferred\n\nExperienced in design and construction of US Navy vessel preferred\n\nDemonstrated understanding of shock design preferred\n\nTools\n\nComputer – MS Office, AutoCAD\n\nDirection Exercised\n\nWill manage and direct the work of Engineers Designers and Draftspersons\n\nWill determine technical adequacy of drawings and calculations\n\nDiscretion Exercised\n\nAs directed by Sr. Department Manager and Program Engineer\n\nWill provide input to evaluations of Engineers Designers and Draftspersons\n\nHas authority to direct, evaluate and correct the work of Engineers Designers and Draftspersons\n\nLIAISES WITH: Engineers, Production Personnel, Customer, Regulatory Bodies, Program Management and Equipment Suppliers\n\nAdditional Guidelines\n\nMust be able to obtain and maintain required Security Clearance.\n\n18 years of age or older at time of application\n\nAble to provide proof of US Person Status\n\nNo felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date\n\nNo felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date\n\nWilling to submit to a drug screen\n\nWilling to submit to a background check\n\nWork Environment\nThe 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 is regularly 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.\n\nSafety\nMust comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.\n\nEqual Employment Commitment\nAustal’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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