Marine Mechanical Engineer (Associate - Principal)

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Marine Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and integration of auxiliary and propulsion support systems for autonomous surface vessels. This is a hands-on mechanical design role focused on fluid systems, machinery integration, and vessel-level mechanical architecture - not propulsion unit design itself. These systems must perform reliably in harsh, real-world maritime environments.

Systems You Will Own

• Fuel storage, transfer, and conditioning systems

• Seawater and freshwater cooling systems

• Ventilation and HVAC for machinery spaces

• Hydraulic systems and fluid power components

• Piping, valves, pumps, and fluid distribution networks

• Auxiliary machinery and below-deck mechanical integration

Responsibilities

• Design and develop marine auxiliary systems from concept through production

• Create system layouts and machinery arrangements

• Perform system-level analyses

• Select and integrate components

• Develop and execute test plans

• Collaborate across engineering teams

• Support build and integration

• Analyze performance data and improve designs

• Troubleshoot and perform root-cause analysis

• Drive design-for-manufacturing decisions

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Marine, or related field

• 2+ years designing mechanical or fluid systems

• Strong fundamentals in fluid mechanics and thermodynamics

• Experience with piping, cooling, fuel, HVAC, or hydraulics

• Ability to perform first-principles calculations

• Experience with CAD tools

Preferred

• Experience with marine systems

• Familiarity with diesel support systems

• Experience with testing and integration

• Experience with CFD or thermal tools

• Exposure to maritime standards

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan

• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

• Occasional standing and walking within the office

• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment

• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports

• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies

• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)

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