The Engineering Manager – Welded and Fabricated Structures is responsible for leading the design, analysis, and production support of steel and aluminum welded structures in shipbuilding, offshore platforms, or heavy industrial fabrication. This role manages a multidisciplinary team of engineers and drafters focused on delivering accurate, code-compliant fabrication packages while supporting efficient and high-quality manufacturing processes.
Lead engineering efforts for structural design, weld joint development, fabrication detailing, and integration of complex welded assemblies.
Oversee the creation and review of shop drawings, weld maps, material take-offs, and CNC nesting files to support production.
Ensure all designs meet structural performance requirements and comply with relevant codes and standards (AWS, ASME, DNV, ABS, ISO, etc.).
Collaborate with project teams, manufacturing, and quality control to resolve design issues and improve buildability.
Coordinate the development and qualification of welding procedures (WPS/PQR) in alignment with project and regulatory requirements.
Supervise FEA and structural analysis activities for critical or load-bearing welded structures.
Implement engineering change controls, technical documentation standards, and BOM traceability systems.
Support root cause investigations of fabrication-related defects, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
Manage team performance, workload allocation, project timelines, and engineering deliverables.
Mentor junior engineers and support ongoing technical training and development across the structural engineering team.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
8–12 years of experience in structural and fabrication engineering, with at least 3 years in a technical leadership or management role.
Proficient in CAD and FEA tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ShipConstructor, Rhino, ANSYS, or similar.
Strong understanding of welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, FCAW, SAW) and fabrication methods for large structures.
Experience working with classification societies and regulatory standards (ABS, DNV, AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX).
Skilled in interpreting structural drawings, material specifications, and manufacturing constraints.
Demonstrated leadership, planning, and decision-making capabilities.
AWS Certified Welding Engineer (CWEng) or Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).
Experience in shipbuilding, offshore structural fabrication, or pressure vessel construction.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, digital twin models, and model-based definition (MBD) workflows.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and design-for-manufacturing (DFM) practices.
Office-based with regular interaction on the shop floor, in fabrication shops, or on the assembly line.
Occasional travel to vendor sites, job sites, or third-party inspections.
Must adhere to PPE and safety protocols when in production areas.