Lead Mechanical Engineer

Reference: PR/ _ Job Title: Lead Mechanical EngineerLocation: Lafayette RegionSalary: $90,000 - $130,000 + relo assistance Summary:A reputable shipbuilding company is seeking an experienced, hands-on Lead Mechanical Engineer for their Lafayette Region facility.Responsibilities:The ideal Lead Mechanical Engineer will have the following responsibilities:Lead and mentor a team of 5-10 Mechanical Engineers and Designers, including recruiting talent, developing training programs, managing performance, and supporting professional growth.Partner with Engineering Leadership, Project Engineers, and cross-functional teams to establish department priorities, allocate resources, and drive successful execution of engineering initiatives.Oversee the review and approval of drawings, models, and designs to ensure compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, regulations, and internal processes.Direct the design and integration of mechanical systems and commercial equipment for custom vessel programs, while serving as a key engineering resource for production and project teams.Drive continuous improvement efforts through process standardization, workload optimization, KPI development, and implementation of lessons learned across current and future vessel platforms.Qualifications:The ideal Lead Mechanical Engineer will have the following skill set:Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering or Mechanical Engineering7+ years in the maritime industry, designing 2D and/or 3D mechanical and/or electrical systemsExperience using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and/or RhinoMust be a US Citizen due to the nature of this role