Outfit Build Engineer

The role

This person will support the design, outfitting, and integration of autonomous surface vessels. They will provide hands-on oversight of equipment installation, systems integration, and issue resolution at the shipyard while interfacing remotely with design teams in Austin.

What you will do

• Assist in the design, analysis, and installation of outfit systems for ASVs
• Collaborate with engineering teams to perform CAD modeling, analysis, and system optimization
• Operate as liaison between engineering, drafting, and production teams
• Identify and resolve non-conformances and lead root cause analysis
• Lead and coordinate Engineering Change Orders
• Support the integration of autonomous navigation and control systems
• Participate in design reviews
• Support documentation including technical drawings, specifications, and test procedures
• Manage CAD models to document as-built changes
• Oversee installation of mechanical equipment, piping, ventilation, and deck fittings

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or a related field
• Familiarity with maritime industry standards including ABS outfit requirements, HVAC standards, piping codes (ASME B31), and US Coast Guard regulations
• Strong fundamentals in mechanical systems, piping design, HVAC, equipment installation, and marine outfit practices
• Experience working in a shipyard environment, particularly with outfit trades
• Strong knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Rhino, NX)
• Deep familiarity with interpreting outfit drawings, isometric piping diagrams, equipment installation drawings, and P&IDs
• Understanding of piping materials, fittings, valves, pumps, ventilation systems, and marine outfit components
• Experience with spatial coordination, clash detection, and design-for-maintainability principles
• Strong communication skills across engineers, pipefitters, HVAC technicians, installers, quality teams, and leadership
• Comfortable working in an industrial shipyard environment with hands-on involvement

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents
• Generous PTO and Holidays
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Competitive Salary with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Equity options
• Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
• Free lunch benefit
• Unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Before you apply

• Requires access to export-controlled information or items that require U.S. Person status (U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, or certain protected classes of asylees and refugees)

About the company

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.