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Pipe Field Engineer
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What they do
A Marine Engineer or Architect designs, constructs, tests, and maintains ships and other water-going vessels. May specialize in marine engineering and work on the mechanical systems that propel vehicles. May specialize in marine or naval architecture and focus on the basic structure and design of a ship. May specialize in a particular type of vessel, or a system or process involved in ship design.
$107,672 / year median in Rhode Island
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Pipe Field Engineer North Kingstown, RI Join a leading U.S. shipbuilder where you'll play a key role connecting engineering and production on complex commercial and government vessel projects. This is a highly visible, hands-on opportunity for an experienced marine piping professional who enjoys solving field challenges, improving construction efficiency, and seeing projects come to life. Benefits and Compensation Competitive salary based on experience Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and holidays Career growth within a stable, growing shipbuilding organization Opportunity to work on complex new-build and vessel modification projects Collaborative engineering and production environment Long-term career stability supporting critical maritime programs Requirements & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Marine Engineering, or equivalent shipyard piping experience 7+ years of shipyard new-build or major vessel modification experience with a focus on piping systems 5+ years supporting piping construction, fabrication, or craft management Proficiency with AutoCAD; ShipConstructor or similar marine software preferred Strong knowledge of marine piping systems, fabrication, installation, and testing Working knowledge of ABS and U.S. Coast Guard regulations Ability to work effectively in an active shipyard environment and collaborate across engineering and production teams Must Haves Develop and support piping build strategies from engineering through vessel completion Create and maintain accurate as-built drawings, redlines, and field documentation Coordinate piping routing while resolving interferences with structural, HVAC, and electrical systems Provide technical guidance to production supervisors, foremen, and piping crews during installation and commissioning Support material take-offs, procurement activities, pressure testing, inspections, and system turnover Identify opportunities to improve construction sequencing, reduce rework, and enhance schedule performance Ensure compliance with ABS, USCG, and quality standards throughout construction Preferred Background & Skills Experience with commercial or government vessel construction Background supporting complex marine mechanical systems including fuel, ballast, hydraulic, cooling, bilge, and auxiliary piping Experience overseeing subcontractors and coordinating multiple trades Strong field troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced production environment Excellent communication skills with the ability to bridge engineering and operations teams