Shipbuilding / Marine Engineering

Overview

We’re seeking a Senior Maritime Electrical Manager to lead electrical engineering efforts for new construction and refit vessel programs. This role oversees electrical system design, team leadership, and regulatory compliance while partnering closely with operations, production, and project leadership in a fast-paced shipyard environment.

This position blends hands-on technical expertise with people leadership and cross-functional coordination.

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Key Responsibilities

Electrical Design & Technical Oversight

• Lead electrical system architecture, schematics, and layouts for marine projects

• Review and approve electrical design packages for accuracy, constructability, and compliance

• Provide technical direction through construction, testing, and commissioning

Leadership & Team Development

• Manage and mentor a team of electrical engineers and designers

• Assign priorities, monitor workload, and ensure on-time delivery of engineering outputs

Project & Cross-Discipline Coordination

• Collaborate with naval architecture, mechanical engineering, production, and project teams

• Support planning, scheduling, and progress reviews throughout the project lifecycle

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure designs meet applicable regulatory and classification standards (ABS, USCG)

• Resolve technical issues and field discrepancies during construction

Continuous Improvement

• Identify process improvements and implement best practices across engineering workflows

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience)

• 5–7+ years of maritime or shipyard electrical engineering experience

• Prior experience in a lead or supervisory engineering role

• Strong knowledge of shipboard electrical systems and integration

• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical; familiarity with ShipConstructor or similar tools

• Ability to interpret and apply marine regulatory requirements

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

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Preferred Experience

• PLCs, power management systems, and advanced vessel technologies

• Shipyard production workflows and safety environments

• Managing multiple projects and maintaining controlled documentation

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Work Environment

This role operates in an active shipyard environment and requires comfort working around production areas, confined spaces, elevated structures, and construction activities. Use of PPE and adherence to safety protocols is required.


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Maritime / Shipbuilding

Overview

We are hiring an Electrical Engineering Coordinator to support marine projects from early design through installation and commissioning. This role works across engineering, production, and vendors to ensure electrical systems are buildable, compliant, and delivered on schedule. Familiarity with integrated shipboard systems and regulatory standards is essential.

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Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical engineering activities across active vessel programs

• Develop and review electrical schematics, layouts, and equipment arrangements

• Ensure designs align with shipyard construction practices and production sequencing

• Review vendor submittals and manage interfaces with external design partners

• Support installation and commissioning with on-site technical guidance

• Collaborate with procurement on major electrical equipment selections

• Troubleshoot field issues and support continuous improvement efforts

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Marine, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience

• 5–15 years of electrical engineering experience in commercial or military maritime settings

• Strong working knowledge of vessel electrical and control systems

• Ability to interpret regulatory and classification requirements (ABS, USCG)

• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Proficiency with ShipConstructor, AutoCAD (2D/3D), and MS Office

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Technical Focus Areas

• Marine power distribution and control systems

• Machinery monitoring, alarms, and automation

• Drives, motors, transformers, and control circuits

• Navigation and integrated bridge systems

• Electrical schematics, cable routing, and penetration design

Interested? Apply here.

Location: Houston, TX (In-Office Only)
Salary Range: $100,000 – $150,000 (commensurate with experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time

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Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Estimator with a strong background in dredging and/or marine construction to support the preparation of accurate, competitive bids for private industrial and public-sector marine infrastructure projects. This position is based full-time in our Houston, Texas office and works closely with operations, project management, and company leadership.

The ideal candidate understands marine construction means and methods and can translate field execution into reliable cost estimates.

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Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and bid proposals for dredging and marine construction projects

• Estimate private industrial marine work as well as public projects (USACE, ports, municipalities)

• Review and analyze plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and bid documents

• Perform quantity take-offs for hydraulic and mechanical dredging, pipeline, turbidity curtains, disposal areas, shoreline protection, and marine structures

• Develop pricing for labor (including prevailing wage when applicable), equipment, fuel, materials, subcontractors, and logistics

• Solicit, review, and level vendor and subcontractor quotes

• Assist with means and methods development in coordination with operations

• Prepare bid assumptions, clarifications, and schedules

• Support change orders, cost revisions, and post-award reviews

• Maintain and refine historical cost data and estimating models

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Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years estimating experience in dredging, marine construction, or heavy civil construction

• Demonstrated experience with marine construction or dredging projects

• Strong understanding of marine equipment, production rates, marine logistics, and constructibility

• Proficiency in Excel and construction estimating software

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with private industrial marine projects

• Familiarity with USACE contracts and public procurement processes

• Knowledge of Davis-Bacon and prevailing wage requirements

• Hydraulic dredging experience

• Engineering or Construction Management degree preferred but not required

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary of $100,000 – $150,000 depending on experience

• Benefits package including health insurance and paid time off

• Stable, long-term position with a growing marine construction company

• Direct involvement in bid strategy and project success

Interested? Apply here.

Location: Field / Project Sites (Travel Required)
Salary Range: $70,000 – $100,000 (commensurate with experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time

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Position Overview

Viking Dredging is seeking a Surveyor to support ongoing dredging and marine construction operations. This role performs both land-based and hydrographic surveying to ensure accurate project layout, dredge positioning, and progress tracking across active job sites.

The Surveyor works closely with project management and field crews to collect data, prepare reports, and deliver accurate survey documentation used for production monitoring, payment quantities, and project control.

This is a field-based role supporting active operations and may follow a rotational schedule depending on project needs.

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Key Responsibilities

Perform land surveys for project layout, control points, and elevations

Conduct hydrographic surveys to monitor dredging progress and verify grades

Operate GPS, total station, and hydrographic survey equipment

Collect and process survey data and generate reports and drawings for management

Maintain accurate daily survey records and as-built documentation

Coordinate with field supervisors and dredge crews for positioning and production tracking

Assist with volume calculations and quantity verification

Ensure proper calibration and care of survey equipment

Travel to project sites as required

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Required Qualifications

Experience in land surveying, hydrographic surveying, or construction surveying

Working knowledge of GPS survey equipment and data collection software

Ability to work outdoors in marine and construction environments

Strong attention to detail and data accuracy

Basic computer proficiency including Excel and survey processing software

Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites

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Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting dredging or marine construction projects

Familiarity with hydrographic survey software (HYPACK, Trimble, Carlson, or similar)

Understanding of dredge positioning and volume calculations

TWIC card (or ability to obtain)

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Schedule & Compensation

Typical schedule: Two (2) weeks on / one (1) week off rotation
Alternate schedule may include weekday work with weekends off depending on project

Base salary: $70,000 – $100,000 annually depending on experience

Performance bonus target: 7% of annual wages based on individual and company performance

Company credit card provided for field expenses and per diem needs

Ten (10) business days of vacation after ninety (90) days of employment

Benefits package including health insurance and paid time off

Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing dredging contractor

Interested? Apply here.

Accounting & Financial Reporting

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.

  • She handles full lifecycle of this process today; no checks & balances

• Maintain GAAP-compliant financial records.

  • Typically handled by CPA.  Franchise tax got missed this year

• Oversee the general ledger, chart of accounts, and accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or Xero).

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

  • This is a weak spot for the company today

Revenue Recognition & Billing

• Ensure accurate and timely billing of recurring services (retainers, subscriptions, etc.).

  • We currently do not currently do this well systematically

• Oversee revenue recognition in line with ASC 606 standards.

• Collaborate with the sales and operations teams to ensure contracts are structured for proper financial treatment.

Cash Flow & Financial Planning

• Monitor and forecast cash flow to ensure healthy working capital.

• Develop and maintain rolling forecasts, annual budgets, and long-term financial plans.

• Perform variance analysis and identify areas for cost savings or revenue optimization.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Develop, document, and enforce internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.

• Coordinate annual audit and tax filings with external CPA firms.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations.

Operational & Strategic Support

• Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decisions.

• Evaluate and implement financial systems and tools as needed for automation and scalability.

• Lead or assist with pricing model reviews, client profitability analysis, and KPI tracking.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred).

• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience; experience in a SaaS or professional services firm with recurring revenue strongly preferred.

• Strong understanding of GAAP and ASC 606 revenue recognition.

• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Xero) and Excel.

• Experience implementing or optimizing financial systems and processes.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Interested? Apply here.