Engineering Manager, Mechanical Department – Propulsion and Deck Systems
Austal USAMobile, Alabama, United States
Posted January 19, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Austal USA is a ship manufacturer headquartered in Mobile, Ala., with service centers in San Diego and Singapore and a technology center in Charlottesville, Va. With the most modern steel panel line in the shipbuilding industry, Austal USA’s facility is capable of supporting the manufacture of both aluminum and steel ships. Austal USA leverages a moving module production line and strict adherence to lean manufacturing principles to consistently deliver on-schedule and on-budget. Austal USA is currently under contract for several programs, including the U.S. Coast Guard’s Heritage-class Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC), and the U.S. Navy TAGOS-25 ocean surveillance ship, Spearhead-class Expeditionary Fast Transport (EPF), Navajo-class Towing, Salvage and Rescue ship (T-ATS), Landing Craft Utility (LCU) vessel, Expeditionary Medical Ship (EMS), Auxiliary Floating Dry Dock Medium (AFDM), and Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) programs. Austal USA is also supporting Navy unmanned vessel programs leveraging its advanced machinery control system. Austal USA’s service business provides global support to U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command and other customers. Austal USA’s San Diego Service Center includes a waterfront facility that will have the capability to drydock small combatants and similar sized ships. Earning 27 safety excellence awards, Austal USA continues to be one of the safest shipyards in America.
Job Description
Austal USA is seeking an Engineering Manager, Mechanical Department – Propulsion and Deck Systems to lead a team of engineers in the development and design of critical marine systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for driving innovation in the marine industry.
Requirements
- Minimum 8 plus years of design and/or construction experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marine or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent engineering degree
- US Citizenship
- Thorough knowledge of ship and propulsion systems
- Working knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Computer literate and familiar with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Benefits package
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development