Engineering Technician

Job Description
Company Overview:

Continental Tide Defense Systems,Inc. (Continental Tide) is an industry leader, providing engineering andindustrial services to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military SealiftCommand, and other DoD organizations. At Continental Tide, we understand that agreat company culture is one where employees know their voice is heard, nomatter what their title is, and letting them grow in their role as the companydoes. We want to provide our employees with the opportunity to learn, bechallenged and be in a position where they can succeed, develop new skills, anddo things they wouldn't have the opportunity to do elsewhere. Our fast-pacedand challenging environment, employees here at Continental Tide can catapultthemselves to the top and we're looking for 'the best at what they do' to joinour team and help us grow!

Job Description:

Continental Tide is seeking amotivated, energetic, and experienced Engineering Technician with astrong structural background and Alteration Installation Team (AIT) leadershipexperience to support our ship modernization and sustainment projects in Norfolk,VA . This is a field-oriented leadership role ideal for a hands-on technicalprofessional experienced in the installation, modification, and repair of U.S.Navy ship structures. The successful candidate will oversee installationefforts and coordinate all aspects of structural and mechanical work duringshipboard alterations and repairs, ensuring work is performed safely,efficiently, and in compliance with Navy and contract standards.

*Please note due to the anticipated volume of responses, we will contact only those candidates who most closely match our requirements. Only local candidates will be considered.

Essential duties & responsibilities include, butare not limited to the following:

• Serveas the structural SME and project lead for hull, mechanical and structuralrepairs projects, managing day-to-day operations onboard ships and in shipyardenvironments.
• Leadstructural teams in the layout, cutting, fitting, installation, and alignmentof structural components including bulkheads, deck inserts, framing, andfoundations.
• InterpretNAVSEA drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications to plan and executestructural work packages in compliance with 9090-310 REV H or latest version.
• Superviseand mentor shipfitters, mechanics, welders, and helpers to ensure qualitycraftsmanship and safe work practices.
• Collaboratewith Project Leads, Program Managers, Engineers, QA &QC, and customerrepresentatives to resolve issues and align project goals.
• Assistin tracking and report daily progress, labor hours, and material usage; assistin scheduling and forecasting work.
• Ensureall structural work adheres to NAVSEA Standard Items, ABS requirements, OSHAregulations, and company policies.
• Adhereto, maintain, and update all QA documentation OQE to include but not limited toweld maps, inspections, and post-repair testing.
• Identifyand mitigate project risks, support change orders, and contribute toafter-action reporting.
• Asrequired perform duties and responsibilities as Site Foremen as a project lead foroverall task assignment.
• SubmitDaily Status Reports (DSR), develop Condition Found Reports, and updateprogress utilizing Microsoft Project in POA&M (plans of action &milestone) format.

Experience and Skills

• Targetexperience of ten (10) years of experience in shipfitting or structural shiprepair, with at least three (3) years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Technicalexpert in shipboard structural repairs including insert installation, hullcuts, and steel fabrication.
• Strongunderstanding of QAWBs, OQE documentation, and structural inspection processes.
• Provenleadership skills in a shipboard or industrial repair environment.
• Eligibleto obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• Mustbe able to work in confined spaces, at heights, and aboard vessels.
• Proficientin reading and interpreting NAVSEA drawings, welding symbols, and installationspecifications.
• Due to export control regulations, this role is open to U.S. citizens only.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experiencewith maintaining budgets and material.
• FormerU.S. Navy Hull Technician (HT) or shipyard trade certification in structuralfabrication or welding.
• Weldingcertifications (FCAW, SMAW, GMAW) are a plus.
• Experiencewith HPUs, Valves, Pumps/Motors, Hydraulic systems is a plus.
• Experiencesupporting NAVSEA modernization programs.
• Experience communicating directly with management,subcontractors, and customers regarding project cost, staffing, and scheduling.
• Background in preparing status reports and ensuring plansadhere to contract specifications.
• OSHA10 or 30 Maritime Certification.
• Experienceutilizing Microsoft Office.

Physical Requirements:

• Exposureto open-air environments.
• Requiredto visit project sites aboard ships and rigs, both onshore and offshore.
• Wearvarious types of personal protective equipment (PPE), (i.e. ear plugs, safetyglasses, hard-hat, steel-toed boots, gloves) as required.
• Sitevisits may involve standing on a variety of surfaces and angles, bending,crouching, and climbing over obstructions such as scaffolding, ladders, andinternal barge or boat structural components.
• Exposureto sound levels exceeding 100 decibels.
• Mustpossess sufficient visual acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, andnight vision to inspect marine components and systems, identify defects orirregularities, and safely operate tools and equipment.
• Maywork in confined spaces with limited ventilation.
• Requireprolonged periods of sedentary work, including sitting and/or standing.
• Maybe required to operate machinery, power tools, and/or heavy equipment.
• Mustbe able to communicate effectively to exchange and comprehend information.
• Frequentexposure to extreme weather conditions, including high heat and extreme cold.
• Mustbe able to lift and carry 30 lbs. or more, depending on the task requirements.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform the essential job duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to the safety or health of employee or others. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Benefits
Continental Tide offers an empowering professional environment in a culture that stresses teamwork, shared responsibility for company and client success, and personal growth. We offer competitive wages in salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, competitive employee benefit options, and 401K plan with company match.


Why Join Us?
At Continental Tide, we foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. By joining our team, you'll work on impactful projects supporting our nation's fleet, with opportunities to advance your career in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

Apply Today:

If you're ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our mission to deliver quality solutions to the Fleet.

Continental Tide is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify and U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. Continental Tide prohibits discrimination against any protected class from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs. Consistent with these obligations, Continental Tide also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.


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