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Dock Design Engineer
American Cruise Lines is seeking a Dock Design Engineer to join the team at our Guilford, CT home office. Our rapid expansion has made us the largest overnight passenger vessel in the US domestic market. As our fleet continues to grow, so does the need to ensure our long-term strategic port infrastructure goals are met.
The Dock Design Engineer will play a critical role in the company’s long-term port development and construction strategy. This role will create, plan and design port infrastructure projects across the country in collaboration with our port partners. This role will report to the Director of Port Development and Construction.
At American Cruise Lines, we are driven by our values—Optimism, Commitment, Patriotism, and Merit. These values shape our culture, our service, and our people, guiding us as we work together to Share America’s Story on the Finest American Ships.
Responsibilities:
- Design and plan port infrastructure projects for both new and existing docks.
- Prepare, review and submit permit applications and ensure regulatory compliance as required.
- Work directly with Executive Leadership team.
- Prepare feasibility reports for new projects to determine viability.
- Assist in tracking permits from agencies to include local, state and federal.
- Provide administrative support for dock construction projects as needed
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Maritime experience preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.
- Experience with Computer-Aided design (CAD) software.
- Strong Organizational skills.
- Strong Excel Skills.
- Detail Oriented.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English).
Work Schedule:
- Ability to work in-person at our Guilford, CT home office.
- Ability to travel as needed.
Why Join American Cruise Lines?
At American Cruise Lines, our people are the driving force behind our success. As the nation’s leader in U.S. river cruising, we’re experiencing rapid growth — and we're investing in top talent to grow with us. When you join our team, you’ll find a dynamic work environment that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, with real opportunities to build your career and make an impact.
At American Cruise Lines, our people are the driving force behind our success. As the nation’s leader in U.S. river cruising, we’re experiencing rapid growth — and we're investing in top talent to grow with us. When you join our team, you’ll find a dynamic work environment that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, with real opportunities to build your career and make an impact.
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*This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position and such duties and responsibilities may change without notice.