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Weight Control Engineer (Hybrid Schedule Available)

Lockport, LA

For nearly a century, Bollinger Shipyards has created a legacy as a leading designer and builder of high-performance marine vessels. We are renowned for delivering top-quality construction, manufacturing, and repair services with a commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

POSITION OVERVIEW 

We are seeking a dedicated Weight Control Engineer with a B.S. degree in Engineering and at least 18 months of relevant experience in mass properties or equivalent demonstrated competence. The candidate will develop and support weight control programs for new construction projects and maintain control over weight changes throughout the vessel’s construction lifecycle.

REQUIREMENTS 

  • B.S. degree in Engineering
  • Minimum of 18 months of relevant experience in mass properties or equivalent demonstrated competence
  • Experience with GHS or similar software
  • Working knowledge and experience in basic stability of vessels and the understanding of the impacts a weight control program has on a program
  • Experience using ShipWeight software preferred

SKILLS 

  • Familiarity with SAWE recommended practices
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft products

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Perform calculations to estimate weight of center of gravity from design drawings and 3D models
  • Prepare weight estimates in support of proposals and new construction programs in accordance with SAWE recommended practices and contractual requirements
  • Support meetings with internal and external stakeholders to present current state of weight estimate(s)
  • Monitor weight trends for new construction programs and recommend required action by engineering, production, and or program management
  • Recommend corrections for adverse weight and moment trends
  • Scope change proposals for weight and moment impact
  • Review vendor information received for weight compliance and incorporation into reports
  • Lead weight surveys for vessel inclines and launches
  • Supervise and plan a scale weighing program through the yard and integrate actual weights into developed weight database

WHY BOLLINGER? 

  • Competitive Pay
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Hybrid Schedule Available
  • Career Development
  • Cutting-Edge Projects
  • Positive Work Environment & Company Values

APPLY TODAY – https://bollingershipyards.exacthire.com/job/119589

Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.

Job Location Details

Facility: Bollinger Lockport New Construction
Address: Lockport, LA
Phone Number: (985) 532-7709

Please apply in-person or contact the facility Human Resources Department for further information.

Contact: Kaitlin Aggen
Main Office: 985-532-2554
Direct Line: 985-209-7010
Email: [email protected]

Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.