ACCOMODATION OUTFITTING ENGINEER (CS) at Duncan & Ross · Eastern…

We are seeking an experienced Accommodation Outfitting Engineer (Construction Support – CS) with 5–10 years of experience in marine and shipbuilding projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing design and technical support to shipyard production teams, resolving accommodation outfitting-related construction issues, updating production drawings and 3D models, and ensuring design accuracy, constructability, and compliance with project specifications and applicable marine standards.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide construction and production support for accommodation outfitting activities in marine, shipbuilding, and offshore vessel projects.

• Prepare, review, and revise accommodation outfitting design deliverables, including:

  • Accommodation general arrangement and layout drawings
  • Cabin, bedroom, office, and living space layouts
  • Public area, galley, mess room, sanitary space, and recreational area arrangements
  • Interior partition, ceiling, and lining arrangements
  • Doors, windows, access panels, and associated installation details
  • Furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) layouts
  • Joinery, modular furniture, and interior furnishing details
  • Floor finishing, wall panel, and ceiling panel layouts
  • Accommodation outfitting installation and interface drawings
  • 2D production drawings and 3D models for accommodation outfitting systems

• Review shop drawings and production information to identify discrepancies and resolve design-related issues.

• Provide technical support to shipyard production teams during accommodation outfitting, interior installation, joinery, panel fitting, and finishing activities.

• Resolve technical queries (TQs), production issues, drawing discrepancies, and installation-related design problems.

• Incorporate engineering changes, production feedback, and redline mark-ups into drawings and 3D models.

• Coordinate with Hull Structure, HVAC, Electrical, Instrumentation, Piping, Fire & Safety, and other outfitting disciplines to ensure proper design integration and avoid clashes.

• Review vendor drawings, material specifications, furniture details, and interior outfitting documentation to ensure compatibility with approved accommodation layouts.

• Verify space utilization, equipment positioning, access requirements, maintainability, and installation clearances within accommodation areas.

• Support constructability reviews and identify potential design conflicts, installation constraints, and accessibility issues before execution.

• Ensure accommodation layouts and installation drawings comply with project specifications, applicable marine standards, fire safety requirements, and shipyard construction procedures.

• Coordinate with engineering teams, interior outfitting suppliers, equipment vendors, and production personnel to ensure timely resolution of design issues.

• Support the review of accommodation materials, modular components, furniture, fixtures, and interior finishing details.

• Ensure proper integration of HVAC diffusers, lighting fixtures, electrical outlets, sanitary systems, fire detection devices, and other services within accommodation spaces.

• Maintain updated production drawings, design records, and technical documentation in accordance with project procedures.

• Support as-built drawing updates and incorporate final production modifications, where required.

• Ensure construction support deliverables are completed within agreed project schedules and quality requirements.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Interior Design, or an equivalent relevant discipline.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in accommodation outfitting design within marine, shipbuilding, shipyard, or offshore vessel projects.
• Hands-on experience in Construction Support (CS), shipyard production support, and production drawing modifications.
• Strong experience in accommodation layouts, cabin arrangements, interior outfitting, modular furniture, joinery, and installation details.
• Experience preparing and modifying 2D production drawings, 3D models, interior layouts, and accommodation installation drawings.
• Proficiency in marine 3D design software, preferably AVEVA Marine / Hull & Outfitting, or other shipbuilding CAD software accepted by the client.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, accommodation general arrangements, shop drawings, vendor documentation, and production mark-ups.
• Good understanding of interior partitions, ceilings, wall linings, floor finishes, furniture installation, sanitary spaces, and accommodation outfitting components.
• Experience resolving technical queries and supporting shipyard production teams during construction and installation activities.
• Familiarity with marine classification society requirements, applicable shipbuilding standards, fire safety requirements, and project specifications.
• Experience coordinating with Hull Structure, HVAC, Electrical, Instrumentation, Piping, and other engineering disciplines.
• Understanding of accommodation service integration, space management, access requirements, and installation interfaces.
• Experience in new-build shipbuilding projects, offshore vessels, FPSOs, cruise ships, or similar marine engineering projects is preferred.
• Exposure to international shipyards, marine EPC contractors, or multidisciplinary engineering environments is preferred.
• Strong technical problem-solving, drawing interpretation, coordination, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a project-driven engineering and shipyard production environment.

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