Structural Maritime Engineer
linkedinNew York, NY
About the role
About the Company:
A growing, venture-backed technology company is developing next-generation maritime infrastructure supporting offshore launch operations. The company is building complex, first-of-kind platforms that bring together marine engineering, structural systems, motion control, and space launch operations.
This is an opportunity to join a growing engineering team where you will have direct ownership over the design, analysis, fabrication, and integration of large-scale maritime structures
The Role:
We are seeking a Structural Engine er with strong maritime and shipyard experience to support the design and development of offshore platforms and marine structures.
The ideal candidate has experience working wit h ABS requirements and Navy standar ds, understands how engineering decisions translate into real-world fabrication and shipyard execution, and is comfortable taking ownership of structural problems from initial design through construction and integration
You will work closely with naval architects, mechanical and electrical engineers, project leadership, shipyards, fabricators, and external engineering partners to develop structures that meet demanding strength, stability, regulatory, and operational requirement's.
Responsibilities:
Perform structural analysis and engineering calculations for marine and offshore structures
Develop and review structural designs, drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation
Design and evaluate structural components including frames, decks, bulkheads, foundations, supports, and welded structures
Ap ply ABS Rules, USCG requirements, Navy standards, and applicable marine engineering c odes to structural design
Conduct structural assessments for strength, fatigue, load paths, stability, and environmental loading
Translate engineering requirements into practical designs that can be fabricated and assembled in a shipyard environment
Work directly with shipyards, fabricators, and suppliers to resolve structural and fabrication issues
Review fabrication drawings and identify constructability concerns before they reach the shipyard
Support inspections, testing, installation, and structural integration activities
Investigate field issues and develop engineering solutions during fabrication and construction
Collaborate with naval architects and other engineering disciplines to ensure structural designs integrate with vessel and platform systems
Support classification society reviews and regulatory approval processes
Participate in design reviews and communicate technical decisions to engineering and project leadership
Help establish engineering standards, processes, and documentation as the company scales
Qualifications:
Bachelor's deg ree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine Engi neering, or a related dis cipline
5+ years of professional structural engineering exp erience, preferably within maritime, naval, offshore, or shipbuilding environments
Direct experienc e with ABS rules and classification requi rements
Experience workin g with U.S. Navy vessels, programs, standards, or engineering requi rements
Experience workin g with shipyards, marine fabrication, or vessel const ruction
Strong understanding of marine structural design, load paths, welding, fabrication, and constructability
Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and structural calculations
Ability to work effectively with shipyard personnel, engineers, fabricators, and project teams
Strong technical communication and problem-solvingskills
Ability to take ownership of engineering problems and drive them through resolution
Preferred Qualif ications
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Experi ence with ABS plan review or approval processes
Experience with USCG requirements and marine regulatory compliance
Experience supporting Navy new construction, modernization, or ship repair programs
Experience with offshore platforms, barges, floating structures, or heavy marinem structures
Experience with finite element analysis (FEA)
Proficiency with structural analysis and CAD software
Experience taking designs from engineerin g through fabrication, installation, and com missioning
Experience working directly with shipyards and marine fabricators
Familiarity with marine structural standard s such as AISC, AWS, API, ASME, or applicable Navy standards
What You'll Get
Direct ownership over engi neering on a first-of-kind mari time platform
The opportunity to work at the int ersection of maritime engineering, defense, and com mercial space
Significant influence over engineering decisions as the company scales
Close collaboration with experienced engineering and project leadership
A hands-on environment where designs move from engineering drawings to real-world hardware
Opportunity to work on complex structures with meaningful operational requirements
Competitive compensation and equity participation
This is a strong fit for an engineer who has spent time in the real maritime engineering world - particularly someone who understands ABS, Navy requirements, and what it takes to actually get a structure built in a shipyard.
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Lead
Location
New York, NY
Occupation
Marine Engineers and Naval Architects
Industry
Engineering Services
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