Senior Manager, Production Engineering

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 Production Engineering Senior Manager with at least 8–10 years of marine engineering or related experience and a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field. The candidate will lead the execution of production engineering deliverables, ensuring functional designs are translated into accurate, buildable, and sequenced production work packages that support efficient ship construction. This role is responsible for driving day‑to‑day execution, resource alignment, and technical quality across production design teams. The Sr. Manager partners closely with Project Engineering, Functional Engineering, and Production to ensure engineering outputs meet schedule, cost, and quality requirements.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of 8–10+ years of marine engineering or related experience Prior leadership or supervisory experience Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

SKILLS

Strong understanding of production engineering, shipbuilding processes, and design-to-build translation Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards (ABS, USCG, etc.) Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills Focus on execution, quality, and continuous improvement

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the development of production engineering deliverables, including work packages, drawings, and installation products Ensure translation of functional design into production‑ready outputs that meet shipyard and program requirements Drive proper sequencing of fabrication, assembly, and installation to support build schedules Lead, coach, and develop production designers, supervisors, and support staff Ensure appropriate staffing across programs, including employees, contractors, and external engineering services Align team capabilities with program needs and identify gaps or development opportunities Partner with Project Engineering to align engineering execution with program schedules and delivery milestones Collaborate with Production to ensure designs are practical, efficient, and executable in the field Coordinate with Functional Engineering to ensure design integrity and compliance Ensure production outputs meet company standards, contract requirements, and regulatory guidelines Review and validate production deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and constructability Support resolution of technical issues impacting production Drive consistency in production engineering processes, outputs, and performance tracking Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce rework, and enhance throughput Support implementation of standardized tools, processes, and best practices Identify training needs and partner with leadership to develop team capability Support onboarding and development of new engineers and designers

WHY BOLLINGER?

Competitive Pay Hybrid Schedule Available Cutting-Edge Projects Positive Work Environment & Company Values 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bollinger Shipyards