Build Engineer - Saronic
View Company Profile- Job Title
- Build Engineer
- Job Location
- Austin, Texas
- Job Description
- 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.We are seeking a highly skilled Build Engineer to lead the build and integration effort for our maritime Autonomous Service Vessels. This highly cross functional role bridges design engineering and production teams setting up our products for success as we move from development to full rate production. Your focus will be on building high-quality, reliable vessels at scale by designing efficient production methods, integrating automation, and ensuring seamless assembly of structures, electronics, and vessel systems.Responsibilities
- Assist in the design, development, analysis, and construction of Autonomous surface vehicles (ASVs)
- Collaborate with other engineers to perform CAD modeling, structural/mechanical/electrical design, and weight management for vessel optimization
- Operate as liaison between engineering, drafting, and production to resolve challenges that arise during design and construction
- Identify and resolve non-conformances, lead root cause analysis, and drive resolution via IRBs (Issue Review Boards) and rework plans
- Lead and coordinate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)—ensure traceability, communication, implementation, and verification
- Support the integration of autonomous navigation and control systems into vessel designs
- Participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions for new and existing vessel concepts
- Support documentation, technical writing, and preparation of reports for internal use, regulatory bodies, and client presentations
- Manage CAD models to document changes made during ship construction
- Support sea-trials and at-sea testing of ASVs as needed
Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree or greater in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- Familiarity with maritime industry standards including ABS and coast guard regulations
- Strong fundamentals in core engineering principles, including structural, mechanical, and electrical systems
- Experience working in a shipyard or onboard ships
- Strong knowledge with 2D and 3D CAD software (e.g., Rhino, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, NX)
- Deep familiarity with interpreting technical drawings, GD&T, weld symbols, and fabrication tolerances
- Strong communication skills across engineers, technicians, quality teams, and leadership
- Comfortable working in an industrial shipyard environment
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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Saronic Company Size
Between 10 - 500 employees
Saronic Founded Year
2022
Saronic Total Amount Raised
$845,499,904
Saronic Funding Rounds
View funding detailsSeries C
$600,000,000 USD
Series B
$175,499,911 USD
Series A
$55,000,000 USD
Seed
$15,000,000 USD