*NEW* MARINE MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
Pubblicato il 11-08-2026 - Palmer Johnson in Pisa
Overview
Palmer Johnson is seeking an experienced Marine Mechanical & Electrical Engineer. The successful candidate will work in the engineering team based in Pisa. He/ she will furthermore have the role of an electrical specialist. Part of the job is also supplying the production team with a huge wealth of information. Flexibility in working with both design and production teams is required to ensure that a varied range of projects are fulfilled to the best of the team’s ability.
Details
- Type: Full-Time
- Experience: 7 Years+
- Function: Engineering, production
- Location: Pisa, Italy
Job Description
- Coordinate and manage external engineering companies contracted by Palmer Johnson Yachts related to systems.
- Responsible for P&ID; design of all shipboard mechanical and electrical systems.
- Design marine mechanical systems by applying principles of mechanics, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, heat transfer, and materials.
- Optimize systems design and engineering for manufacturing, by researching cutting edge manufacturing and assembly methods and materials.
- Understand critical interfaces between structure, systems and interior design.
- Develop marine mechanical and electrical systems in line with vessel specifications.
- Responsible for systems compliance with regulatory bodies, including diagram submission & review of Design Appraisal Documents to the following societies: MCA, SOLAS, Lloyd’s, DNV & RINA. For smaller boats, knowledge of CE rules and the USCG is required.
- 3D modeling of marine mechanical systems ensuring the most efficient use of space in respect to equipment & system function.
- Management of production drawings.
- Negotiation of equipment contracts with vendors.
- Management of technical information between clients, equipment manufactures, and outside design firms.
- System of Change Orders - technical and costing analysis.
- Responsible for Commissioning of Equipment and start up during vessel launch.
- Perform systems diagnostics during dock trials and record performance data during sea trials.
- Responsible for Crew training of mechanical systems & preparation of Operations manuals.
- Prepare reports for systems improvements.
DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor and/or Master’s degree in Marine / Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 7+ years experience in Yacht design engineering ranging from 50ft up to 170ft and/or ship yard engineering experience.
- Competence with 3D CAD applications such as Solid Works; Cadmatic would be a plus; AutoCAD, Navisworks, Rhinoceros and Microsoft Office package.
- Good English & Italian verbal & written communication skills.
COMPREHENSIVE KNOWLEDGE OF THE FOLLOWING YACHT SYSTEMS:
- Black/Gray Drainage
- Fuel Transfer System
- Fuel Service
- Lube Oil
- Central Hydraulics
How to apply
To apply please send your Resume and Cover Letter to: with the subject line “Marine Mechanical & Electrical Engineering”.
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