Build/Tooling Engineering Manager bei Saronic

Position Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Build Engineering Manager to lead the build and tooling engineering teams for our maritime Autonomous Service Vessels. This role will coordinate efforts on the build and tooling engineering teams to accelerate the transition of Saronic’s products from development to full rate production.  

Responsibilities

Manage tooling requests, developmentand validation across all Saronic products  

Manage the build engineering team to ensure internal and external standards for configuration management and build approach are met 

Coordinate build and tooling engineering efforts to prioritize efforts and rapidly respond to technical and schedule challenges  

Operate as a leadership liaison between engineering and production teams to resolve challenges that arise during design and construction 

Manage non-conformances tickets, lead root cause analysis, and drive resolution via IRBs (Issue Review Boards) and rework plans 

Mange and coordinate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) across products —ensure traceability, communication, implementation, and verification 

Participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions for new and existing vessel concepts 

Support documentation, technical writing, and preparation of reports for internal use, regulatory bodies, and client presentations 

Manage CAD models to document changes made during ship construction 

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or greater in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a related field 

5+ years of experience managing successful build or tooling engineering teams  

Familiarity with maritime industry standards including ABS and coast guard regulations 

Strong fundamentals in core engineering principles, including structural, mechanical, and electrical systems 

Experience working in a shipyard or onboard ships 

Strong knowledge with 2D and 3D CAD software (e.g., Rhino, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, NX)  

Deep familiarity with interpreting technical drawings, GD&T, weld symbols, and fabrication tolerances 

Strong communication skills across engineers, technicians, quality teams, and leadership 

Comfortable working in an industrial shipyard environment 

Benefits

Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan

Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office 

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Occasional standing and walking within the office

Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment

Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports

Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies

Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)

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