Advanced Technical Staffing Solutions
Ship Design Manager
Advanced Technical Staffing Solutions, Panama City, Florida, United States, 32461
Atss has a client in Florida, looking for a Ship Design Manager.
The position of Ship Design Manager is responsible for managing the engineering department design process through direct supervision and oversight of the Earned Value system and reporting, ISO processes and certification, Human Resource Management interfaces, as well as other support personnel. The individual will work with the other engineering functional managers and under the supervision of the VP of Engineering to streamline daily operations while facilitating growth and continuous improvement. The Ship Design Manager will be responsible for performance measurement and metrics (EVMS), execution of actionable items because of non-conformances, support production package support group and field engineering team in their daily operations, process improvements, developing new capabilities, manning, training, and morale among other things. The Ship Design Manager may represent the Engineering department to internal and external customers.
FunctionsInterface with group leads and all other assigned employees within the Engineering workforce, PMO, ILS, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, and Production.Enhance the capabilities and strengthen the individual weaknesses of assigned employees while enforcing company policies and Engineering departmental processes.Monitor and execute Engineering Department performance objectives -- proactively correct deficiencies within his/her group.Execute the activities of the EV lead for the Engineering DivisionDevelop and execute training regimen for the Project Engineering Team and the Engineering Division to strengthen and enhance employee capabilities, including Engineering Business Process knowledge, Engineering Division Technical Process Knowledge (application of business processes), Configuration Management tools (e.g., Adept), and more as required.Accountable for achieving group performance objectives and reporting their status to the VP of EngineeringInterface with peer Engineering Managers (Functional Engineering, Detail Design, and Field Engineering) as required to ensure proper group support is being made available to the rest of the Engineering Department.Develop executable processes in engineering for items contained in the various engineering logs, such as the ABS and Client comment resolution logs, CAR resolution logs, and others driving accountability using metrics within the Engineering Division.Attend and potentially lead "as required" meetings to generate resolution of issues on specific projects.Resource Management as related to Project Engineering, Production Package Support Group, and Field Engineering commitments:Standard process updates and reviewsGroup process enhancements and improvementsInternal customer (manufacturing) process productivity improvementsCreate/review/refresh metrics required to estimate projected costs effectivelyProvide input to develop a detailed plan with commitment dates for executionProvide commitment to and execute work to estimated budget and duration
EOE/AA/M/F/D/VEstablish resource requirements, assist Human Resources (HR) in filling the requirements, and manage as needed to support projects.Establish resource requirements, assist HR in filling the requirements, and manage as needed to support emergent business opportunities (new projects).Other duties as assigned/required
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesDirectly supervises up to 10-20 employees, depending on assigned resources and workload. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies, procedures, and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Ensures Accountability
Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.Collaborates
Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet all objectives.Optimizes Work Processes
Constantly assuring quality and process improvement.Ensures that all supervised employees follow Safety policies.Ensures that self and supervised group, followsapplicable policies.
Job Requirements
QualificationsEducation/Experience: Must have as a minimum a B.S. in any Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution (advanced degree preferred) and at least 10 years of directly applicable Project Engineering or Project Management experience along with 5 years of shipbuilding supervisory experience
RequiredStrong experience planning and implementing projects with groups of up to 20 people or moreStrong skillset with interfacing with internal and external customersStrong understanding of the engineering and design process of marine vesselsHistory working with typical Regulatory Body Requirements associated with the shipbuilding industry (i.e., ABS, 46 CFR, IEEE, and The US Coast Guard)Strong understanding of not only technical requirements but of business and contractual requirementsStrong knowledge of engineering drawing and design products. Ability to read and interpret engineering products.
DesiredPersonal competencies should include strong time management, complex problem-solving, and dispute resolution skills. Additionally, the ability to communicate professionally and formally (via written correspondence) is a prime skill.The Ship Design Manager must have the drive and discipline to monitor, maintain, and enforce existing department policies and procedures, as well as develop said procedures as they are required to support new contract project requirements.Strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills.Strong organizational and time management skills.
The position of Ship Design Manager is responsible for managing the engineering department design process through direct supervision and oversight of the Earned Value system and reporting, ISO processes and certification, Human Resource Management interfaces, as well as other support personnel. The individual will work with the other engineering functional managers and under the supervision of the VP of Engineering to streamline daily operations while facilitating growth and continuous improvement. The Ship Design Manager will be responsible for performance measurement and metrics (EVMS), execution of actionable items because of non-conformances, support production package support group and field engineering team in their daily operations, process improvements, developing new capabilities, manning, training, and morale among other things. The Ship Design Manager may represent the Engineering department to internal and external customers.
FunctionsInterface with group leads and all other assigned employees within the Engineering workforce, PMO, ILS, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, and Production.Enhance the capabilities and strengthen the individual weaknesses of assigned employees while enforcing company policies and Engineering departmental processes.Monitor and execute Engineering Department performance objectives -- proactively correct deficiencies within his/her group.Execute the activities of the EV lead for the Engineering DivisionDevelop and execute training regimen for the Project Engineering Team and the Engineering Division to strengthen and enhance employee capabilities, including Engineering Business Process knowledge, Engineering Division Technical Process Knowledge (application of business processes), Configuration Management tools (e.g., Adept), and more as required.Accountable for achieving group performance objectives and reporting their status to the VP of EngineeringInterface with peer Engineering Managers (Functional Engineering, Detail Design, and Field Engineering) as required to ensure proper group support is being made available to the rest of the Engineering Department.Develop executable processes in engineering for items contained in the various engineering logs, such as the ABS and Client comment resolution logs, CAR resolution logs, and others driving accountability using metrics within the Engineering Division.Attend and potentially lead "as required" meetings to generate resolution of issues on specific projects.Resource Management as related to Project Engineering, Production Package Support Group, and Field Engineering commitments:Standard process updates and reviewsGroup process enhancements and improvementsInternal customer (manufacturing) process productivity improvementsCreate/review/refresh metrics required to estimate projected costs effectivelyProvide input to develop a detailed plan with commitment dates for executionProvide commitment to and execute work to estimated budget and duration
EOE/AA/M/F/D/VEstablish resource requirements, assist Human Resources (HR) in filling the requirements, and manage as needed to support projects.Establish resource requirements, assist HR in filling the requirements, and manage as needed to support emergent business opportunities (new projects).Other duties as assigned/required
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesDirectly supervises up to 10-20 employees, depending on assigned resources and workload. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies, procedures, and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Ensures Accountability
Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.Collaborates
Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet all objectives.Optimizes Work Processes
Constantly assuring quality and process improvement.Ensures that all supervised employees follow Safety policies.Ensures that self and supervised group, followsapplicable policies.
Job Requirements
QualificationsEducation/Experience: Must have as a minimum a B.S. in any Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution (advanced degree preferred) and at least 10 years of directly applicable Project Engineering or Project Management experience along with 5 years of shipbuilding supervisory experience
RequiredStrong experience planning and implementing projects with groups of up to 20 people or moreStrong skillset with interfacing with internal and external customersStrong understanding of the engineering and design process of marine vesselsHistory working with typical Regulatory Body Requirements associated with the shipbuilding industry (i.e., ABS, 46 CFR, IEEE, and The US Coast Guard)Strong understanding of not only technical requirements but of business and contractual requirementsStrong knowledge of engineering drawing and design products. Ability to read and interpret engineering products.
DesiredPersonal competencies should include strong time management, complex problem-solving, and dispute resolution skills. Additionally, the ability to communicate professionally and formally (via written correspondence) is a prime skill.The Ship Design Manager must have the drive and discipline to monitor, maintain, and enforce existing department policies and procedures, as well as develop said procedures as they are required to support new contract project requirements.Strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills.Strong organizational and time management skills.