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Fincantieri Marine Group

Senior Engineer - Pipe

Fincantieri Marine Group, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United States


Position Title: Senior Engineer - Pipe

Location of Position: United States -- Wisconsin -- Sturgeon Bay

Business Group: Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding

Department: Engineering

Position Type: Full-Time; Permanent; Exempt

Reports To: Department Engineering Manager (Structure, Marine, Electrical)

Position Summary: This position is responsible for solving technical problems within field of expertise, develop applicable documentation, and supervise all assigned resources to support the assigned project at our vast, 63-acre facility. Significant heavy manufacturing takes place both in several fab shops, as well as on the waterfront. The successful candidate will support the 1,000+ working men and women on our waterfront by assisting the Engineering Managers and Project Engineers in determining the technical requirements of the project; defining resource requirements to achieve schedule and budget commitments; and solving technical issues as they arise.

Detailed Description:
  • Follow and promote FBS Safety Policy.
  • Abide by, and enforce, all organizational policies and procedures.
  • Lead or participate in internal and external meetings.
  • Represent the company at meetings, events and tradeshows.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with Owners, Vendors and Suppliers.
  • Prepare schedules for undertaking engineering work.
  • Schedule and monitor assigned work and the work of assigned resources.
  • Supervise 2-15 assigned resources.
  • Resource Planning & Monitoring (delegate group resources).
  • Mentor and develop employees.
  • Solve technical issues and implement solutions, provide briefings.
  • Track and report progress to budget and schedule commitments.
  • Prepare, check and issue professional quality deliverables (ECNs, WINs, Work Orders, PTSs, Reports, Studies, Proposals).
  • Facilitate communications of issues and solutions throughout FBS.
  • Interpret contract requirements.
  • Lead projects, internal or external.
  • Participate in yearly evaluations.
  • Distribute budgets for projects.
  • Prepare estimates as required.
  • Approve estimates prepared by assigned resources.
  • Assist in developing contract change documents or proposals to support project needs.
  • Use of 2D and 3D shipbuilding software in the development of production documentation.
  • Specify and requisition material through company ERP system.
  • Write test memos and procedures.
  • Assist in carrying out testing specified in test memos and procedures.
  • May be required to lead or participate in product improvement projects.
  • Ability and willingness to engage in highly energetic pursuits on the waterfront.
  • Maintain a commitment to and promote the Quality and Environmental, Health & Safety Policies.

Core Competencies:
  • Ensures Accountability -- Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
  • Collaborates -- Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
  • Optimizes Work Processes (Quality & Continuous Improvement) -- Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Communicates effectively -- Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
  • Organizational Savvy -- Maneuvering comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics.
  • Manages Complexity -- Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

Company Overview:

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding (FBS) is located in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. With roots dating back to 1918, we currently exist as an industry leader in new construction, repair, and major conversions. The FBS portfolio includes articulated tug-barge units, OPA 90-compliant vessels, dredges and dredging support equipment, and offshore supply vessels along with specializing in Great Lakes self-unloading vessels. We strive to be the shipbuilder of choice in safety, quality, value and dependability by offering innovative and competitive maritime solutions tailored to our customers' needs. Our mission is to build, repair and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service and defend our nation and the world.

EEO Statement:

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We promote a Drug Free Work Environment and require pre-employment drug testing as well as mandatory random drug testing.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, email our Human Resources Department at [email protected].

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Master's degree and 5-10 years of relevant experience OR 4 Year Degree in field of competence and 8-13 years of relevant experience OR 2 Year Degree and 10-15 years of relevant experience OR High School diploma and 15-20 years of relevant experience
  • 10 years of Marine Engineering experience
  • Demonstrable knowledge of relevant engineering field
  • 5 Years of Supervisory Experience
  • Experience using 2D and 3D CAD software to an advanced level
  • Current computer skills relevant to the field of competence to include Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint
  • Ability to maintain a professional demeanor
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality

Desired Qualifications:
  • Technological skills proven by verifiable and specific work experience, technical publication, or patent issue
  • Six Sigma or LEAN training desired


  • A working knowledge of standard shipbuilding rules and regulations, as well as the associated regulatory agencies and the review & approval process