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.
At Saronic, we're redefining the future of maritime defense — and the facilities we build are just as mission-critical as the technology inside them. We're looking for a seasoned, registered architect to take ownership of how we design, permit, and build the industrial environments that bring our autonomous surface vessels to life.
This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge defense technology and complex, high-stakes facility development. You won't be pushing paper through a bureaucracy — you'll be a key decision-maker, shaping building standards from the ground up, navigating intricate permitting landscapes, and leaving a lasting mark on the physical infrastructure of a fast-moving, mission-driven company.
From early-stage programming and scope development to field visits during active construction, you'll have full-cycle ownership across capital projects at our industrial and port facilities. You'll bring deep expertise in occupancy classifications, code compliance, and hazardous materials requirements to bear on real problems — and you'll do it alongside a team of engineers, designers, and builders who care deeply about getting it right.
Responsibilities:
Own the development and maintenance of building architectural design and construction standards for the company.
Own the building permitting process for capital projects including development of a permitting plan and acting as key POC for local AHJ’s.
Participate in the early programming and development of various capital project scopes of work and documentation of project requirements with a focus on architectural systems and design elements as well as occupancy and code compliance paths.
Support development and issuance of requests for proposals and qualifications for various capital projects to 3rd party engineers, architects, design-build contractors and general contractors.
Review and comment on 3rd party architectural and building designs for capital projects and provide owner based subject matter specialist (SMS) input and direction to internal and external teams.
Provide internal design, and documentation on small capital projects as needed.
Complete field visits during capital construction projects to represent owner and observe general civil/site installation and commissioning activities.
Design management of small capital projects as needed.
Travel anticipated to be up to 10% of the time for project specific visits.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or greater in Architecture, or a related field.
Registered architect.
8+ years of design, and/or construction of buildings for industrial, manufacturing, and/or port facility projects.
In addition to experience with general building design and development, you must have experience/knowledge with various code and permitting requirements including assessing F, H, and S occupancies, specialty requirements from NFPA, experience with development of HMI’s, and applications for code variances for industrial buildings.
Proficient in developing design standards, technical project requirements documents, requests for proposals. Experience with completing 3rd party design reviews and directing engineering, production and construction teams.
Knowledge and experience using AutoCAD and/or Revit preferred.
Demonstrated success developing innovative solutions to a broad range of permitting and building design problems and challenges Broad experience in coordination with and knowledge of MEP, Civil, FP, and structural design elements is prefered.
Experience with the entire capital project life cycle.
Design management experience preferred.
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)
Can safely travel and visit active industrial sites and active construction projects on occasional basis.
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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This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in _8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)_.
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