Marine Engineer

Electrical Engineering & Production Coordinator (Marine / Shipbuilding)Location: North Kingstown, Rhode IslandWork Environment: 100% onsite shipyardCompensation: $105,000 – $140,000 base (dependent on experience and technical depth)Position Type: Full-Time, PermanentThe OpportunityA high-activity shipyard in Rhode Island is expanding its team to support ongoing and newly awarded vessel builds, including advanced diesel-electric hybrid ferries.This role is not a traditional desk-based electrical engineering position.You will operate at the intersection of engineering design, production, and shipyard execution, ensuring that vessel electrical systems move from concept to installation and commissioning without breaking down in the field.If you have experience working on vessel systems, shipyard builds, or marine electrical systems and want to be closer to the physical build rather than removed from it, this is a strong opportunity to step into a more integrated role.What You Will Be DoingDevelop, review, and revise electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and equipment layouts for vessel systemsTranslate engineering designs into production-ready work that can be installed efficiently by tradesCoordinate directly with shipyard production teams, electrical trades, vendors, and engineering groupsReview vendor drawings, technical submittals, and equipment specifications for electrical systemsSupport cable routing, penetration design, and system integration across vessel buildsManage drawing revisions, redlines, and engineering change requests to keep production movingProvide hands-on support in the shipyard during installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning phasesEnsure alignment between design intent, production sequencing, and real-world installation constraintsWhat You Need to Bring5 to 15 years of experience in maritime, shipbuilding, naval, or vessel-related electrical engineering environmentsStrong understanding of shipboard electrical systems including power distribution, motors, drives, transformers, controls, alarms, and monitoring systemsExperience reading and working with schematics, one-line diagrams, and electrical layoutsExposure to shipyard builds, repair periods, or vessel installation environmentsAbility to work directly with trades, production teams, and vendors in a hands-on settingProficiency with AutoCAD is required. Experience with ShipConstructor or similar ship design tools is strongly preferredStrongly PreferredExperience with ferries, tugs, barges, naval vessels, or offshore support vesselsExposure to commissioning, testing, or system startupFamiliarity with ABS or U.S. Coast Guard regulationsExperience reviewing vendor drawings or supporting procurement decisionsWhat This Role Is NotNot a remote or hybrid positionNot a facilities or commercial building electrical roleNot a pure design-only engineering positionThis is a shipyard-facing role for someone who wants to see their work built, installed, and delivered on real vessels.Who This Role Typically FitsMarine Engineers or Assistant Engineers with shipyard periods and electrical systems exposureElectrical Engineers working in shipbuilding or defense environments who want more involvement in productionShipyard coordinators or production engineers with strong electrical system knowledgeEngineers looking to transition from vessel operations into a shore-based, long-term roleCandidates currently working offshore or on rotation schedules are encouraged to apply if exploring a long-term shore-based opportunity.Why This RoleDirect impact on complex vessel builds from design through deliveryHigh visibility across engineering, production, and leadership teamsOpportunity to step out of siloed roles into a more integrated positionStable pipeline of shipbuilding and repair work with long-term project visibilityNext StepsIf your background aligns with vessel systems, shipyard environments, or marine electrical engineering, apply directly or reach out to learn more.