Lead Engineer

Post Date

Oct 16, 2025

Location

Vancouver,
Washington

ZIP/Postal Code

98661
US
Dec 19, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Mechanical Engineering

Req #

JAX-5618d840-d0f9-46f6-9bac-fe08997cdceb

Pay Rate

$42 - $53 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Our client is looking for a lead engineer to participate in the design and detail engineering efforts to support the construction of aluminum and steel vessels. This company is creating new sea vessels – small and medium sized – for various government customers. Conversion salary expectations are between $110,000-140,000 depending on experience and qualifications.


The primary role of Lead Engineer is to lead the design and detail engineering efforts to support the construction of high-speed aluminum vessels. Our client is responsible for building and creating new sea vessels both small and medium for a variety of government customers.

Day to day:
· Overseeing a variety of mechanical engineers for the design of the vessels
· Performing and reviewing 3D models
· Designing and reviewing all aspects of the vessels
· Ensure that federal regulations for engineering standards are met
· Mentoring staff, ensuring deadlines are met
Work in Ship Constructor and SolidWorks for models and designs

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Required Skills & Experience

· Bachelor’s Degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
· Fifteen (15) years of directly related, boatbuilding/shipyard, experience required – high speed aluminum vessels preferred
· Experience and familiarity with industry regulations: ABS, USCG CFR, IACS, ABYC, IEEE, IMO/SOLAS, and military contracts is preferred.
Design experience with Ship Constructor and/or SolidWorks

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

· Experience with aluminum craft or vessels
· Familiarity working through military or defense contracts/programs
Experience with prototype, one-off or custom boatbuilding.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.