THOR Solutions is actively seeking a highly motivated Senior Marine Engineer with a background in marine propulsion system design and integration. The engineer will provide propulsion engineering support services to the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) in Washington DC. The engineer will support the USCG Ship Design Team.

Primary Responsibilities: The candidate's responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):

• Perform design review-related tasking for all USCG Cutter acquisition programs.
• Evaluate, document and make recommendations on the design and operation of USCG vessels and small boats, in particular the ship machinery and related propulsion systems and equipment.
• Providing engineering support in the analysis of all propulsion related technical issues and design challenges pertaining to assets in the USCG fleet.
• Conducting reviews and providing comments on new Coast Guard acquisition cutter and boat propulsion system designs.
• Track design reviews, approval status, planning and implementation of changes.
• Communicating and participating in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and working groups with other USCG and Navy entities.
• Supporting Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs) with shipyards.
• Providing technical position papers, draft analyses, designs, specifications, drawings, draft presentations as requested by the section head.
• Reviewing and analyzing technical reports from third party design validation sources and make recommendations to the Government.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering or Naval Architecture from an ABET accredited university or college.
• Supervisory experience desired.

• Over 10 years of documented work experience primarily involving the design, development, and evaluation of the operation of marine vessels, shipboard propulsion machinery, and related equipment including three or more of the following:
  • Development of ship propulsion and control systems specifications including but not limited to diesel-electric propulsion systems, propellers, rudder, thrusters, and their interface with dynamic positioning systems.
  • Development of marine auxiliary and piping systems, review and analyzing preliminary and functional design documentation, and development of ship system specifications.
  • Review and analysis of mechanical and electrical propulsion systems, and auxiliary/ piping systems for technical data packages
  • Development of machinery arrangements, weight assessments, propulsion integration and auxiliary systems. Ship machinery system design, particularly with the use of integrated electric plants.
  • Conduct trade studies to determine suitable configuration for propulsion motors, power converters, and thrusters.
  • Documented knowledge of U.S. Regulatory Body standards and ability to develop and prepare ship machinery documents for compliance with ABS Rules.
  • Experience with US Navy, US Coast Guard, or Military Sealift Command marine engineering practices.

• Experience with engineering software such as AutoCAD and Navisworks, preferred.
• Proficient with common productivity software including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Outlook). An ideal candidate will have familiarity with the USCG Standard Workstation and associated software/tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Highly organized with attention to detail. Comfortable and capable of interacting with Government, contractor, and Active Duty military personnel.

THOR is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, or status as a protected veteran. THOR complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is the law.

Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran's Excellence (CVE) verified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation's most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.

THOR is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, or status as a protected veteran. THOR complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is the law.

THOR is proud to be a Veteran-Friendly Employer. THOR does not discriminate against a qualified applicant because of their status as a protected veteran, or their relationship or association with a protected veteran. This includes spouses and other family members.

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