Senior Design Manager

Austin, TX Electric Marine Full-time Posted Oct 14, 2026
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About this role

Saronic Technologies is hiring a Senior Design Manager, full-time, on-site in Austin, TX, in the Electric Marine sector.

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

A senior level professional who leads design teams for mid to large sized infrastructure projects or smaller projects with technically complex features, driving work from concept through delivery. Provides mentorship to junior designers and engineers, raises team craft standards, and partners cross-functionally to ensure design solutions align with project and business goals. Preferably professionally licensed /PMP in their area of practice or non-licensed and possessing experience more than the higher end of experience range. May be assigned to focus on portions of larger projects/programs under direction of more experienced design managers.

Responsibilities

  • Lead/oversee design efforts for multiple, simultaneous capital projects of various size and complexity

  • Lead development, identification, and scoping of projects including requirements, goals, budgets, schedules, and implementation approaches

  • Work in partnership with internal team members including technical SME’s, project sponsors, construction, facilities, and EHS.

  • Develop RFP’s for design and construction proposals from external 3rd parties

  • Occasional travel

  • Design review and approval

  • Engagement with AHJ’s and municipalities as required for project approvals

Qualifications

  • 6+ years proven experience leading a multi-discipline design teams including civil/site, structural, MEP, FP, architecture design elements through the complete project life cycle from concept/project definition through to commissioning and hand over. Project experience should be in an industrial, manufacturing, distribution, or technology sector. Project experience desired to be a combination of smaller (<$2M), medium ($2M - $50M), and large (> $50M) capital investment.

  • Minimum 4 years of actual design experience in one of the following areas of focus: architecture, structural, MEP, site/civil.

  • Demonstrated experience with leading and facilitating project teams comprised of technical SME’s, manufacturing representatives, facilities and EHS representatives, and construction/commissioning representatives.

  • Experience and understanding of project scheduling and capital project budget development and tracking with a proven track record of meeting schedules and budgets.

  • Excellent organizational and communication skills, ability to pivot between in-depth detail to high level concepts, and experience with conflict resolution.

  • Preferred but not required, professional licensure (PE/RA) in technical area of practice.

  • Experience as consulting engineer/architect and/or as owner.

  • Proven ability to learn and grow from experiences, open to new approaches and solutions, and willing to make quick decisions.

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)

Benefits

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

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

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

Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan 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 with company match

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

Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline

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

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About Saronic Technologies

Saronic Technologies

Autonomous surface vessel company building defense maritime platforms. Austin, TX.

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