
Marine Mechanical Engineer (Auxiliary)
Curtis Bay, MDJob$85–94K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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Job overview
Solvere Technical Group seeks an experienced Marine Mechanical Engineer (Auxiliary) to support federal shipbuilding and acquisition programs. The role provides engineering expertise in the analysis, design, optimization, and integration of shipboard auxiliary systems, including technical data packages, engineering reviews, and trade studies for U.S. Government maritime programs. A bachelor's or master's degree, three years of relevant experience, and an active Secret (T3) clearance are required.
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Full job description
Solvere Technical Group is seeking an experienced Marine Mechanical Engineer (Auxiliary) - Journeyman to support federal shipbuilding and acquisition programs. The successful candidate will provide engineering expertise in the analysis, design, optimization, and integration of shipboard auxiliary systems, supporting the development of technical data packages, engineering reviews, and trade studies for U.S. Government maritime programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Conduct engineering analysis and design of shipboard auxiliary systems.
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Develop, review, and maintain technical data packages and engineering documentation.
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Perform engineering trade studies to evaluate design alternatives and system performance.
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Design, optimize, and integrate marine auxiliary and piping systems.
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Perform ship machinery integration analyses and calculations.
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Conduct cargo handling and weight handling system calculations and analyses.
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Ensure designs comply with American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), U.S. Navy (USN), and applicable commercial marine industry standards.
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Participate in technical design reviews and provide engineering recommendations throughout the project lifecycle.
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, program management, and government stakeholders to support ship design, construction, and acquisition efforts.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
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Familiarity with American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), U.S. Navy (USN), and commercial industry standards applicable to shipboard auxiliary systems.
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Knowledge of marine auxiliary systems, piping systems, ship machinery integration, cargo handling systems, and weight handling systems.
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Ability to conduct engineering analyses, perform trade studies, and develop technical documentation.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
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Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams and communicate technical information to government and contractor personnel.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office software suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
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Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related technical discipline from an ABET-accredited institution.
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Minimum of three (3) years of documented experience designing, optimizing, and integrating marine auxiliary and piping systems.
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Minimum of three (3) years of experience performing ship machinery integration and cargo and weight handling systems analyses.
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Experience supporting federal shipbuilding or boatbuilding acquisition programs is preferred.
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Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) ACAT I or Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Level I shipbuilding programs is preferred.
TRAVEL:
- Travel may be required based on program and customer needs.
SECURITY:
- Active Secret (T3) security clearance required.
The anticipated hiring range for this position is $85,000 to $93,500 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, internal equity, and geographic location.
BENEFITS
Solvere offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package. The Solvere benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and/or families. Solvere also includes basic life insurance plus short- and long-term disability for the employee. Employees may elect to enroll in our company's 401(k) plan. Employees will also accrue paid time off and holidays. Additional voluntary options include supplemental insurance plans.
About the Company
Visit: www.solveretechnical.com
Solvere Technical Group is committed to non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
How this job compares
Set against the 7,498 open Mechanical Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$85–94K/yr
- Maryland median$99–154K/yr92 salary ranges
- US median$106–160K/yr4,470 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $89K, is 29% below the Maryland median midpoint ($126K) — in the lowest quarter of Mechanical Engineer salary ranges in Maryland.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 117 open Mechanical Engineer jobs in Maryland and 7,498 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Mechanical Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (6,189 postings).
- Education
- 5,295 of the 7,498 open Mechanical Engineer jobs (71%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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