Marine Mechanical Engineer (Associate - Principal)

The role

This person will lead the design and integration of auxiliary and propulsion support systems for autonomous surface vessels. The role focuses on fluid systems, machinery integration, and vessel-level mechanical architecture.

What you will do

• Design and develop marine auxiliary systems from concept through production
• Create system layouts and machinery arrangements
• Perform system-level analyses
• Select and integrate components
• Develop and execute test plans
• Collaborate across engineering teams
• Support build and integration
• Analyze performance data and improve designs
• Troubleshoot and perform root-cause analysis
• Drive design-for-manufacturing decisions

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Marine, or related field
• 2+ years designing mechanical or fluid systems
• Strong fundamentals in fluid mechanics and thermodynamics
• Experience with piping, cooling, fuel, HVAC, or hydraulics
• Ability to perform first-principles calculations
• Experience with CAD tools
• 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

Nice to have

• Experience with marine systems
• Familiarity with diesel support systems
• Experience with testing and integration
• Experience with CFD or thermal tools
• Exposure to maritime standards

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
• Generous PTO and Holidays
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Competitive Salary with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) plan
• Stock Options: Equity options
• Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• 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. Person status defined as 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.