Eric Harris, P.E.

Eric Harris, P.E.

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Project Engineer at DLBA Naval Architects, a Gibbs & Cox Division

  • Education

    • Webb Institute

      2010 - 2014
      Bachelor of Science (BS) Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

      Activities and Societies: Zeien Scholar

  • Experience

    • Electric Boat

      Jan 2011 - Feb 2011
      Production Intern

      Worked on sheet metal ventilation assembly and shipyard assembly process with a focus on evaluating and avoiding construction challenges that arise during detail design. Additionally spent time with the environmental department evaluating amount of waste produced and methods of decreasing waste/pollution.

    • Military Sealift Command

      Jan 2012 - Feb 2012
      Engineering Cadet

      Merchant Mariner working daily in the engine room on primary sub-systems such as ventilation, refrigeration systems, and disassembly and reassembly of components on a ship service diesel generator.

    • Metal Shark Boats

      Jan 2013 - Feb 2013
      Engineering Intern

      Created production and assembly drawings for the shop department, worked with Solid Works and AutoCad to create vessel models, schematics, and arrangements, and assisted with engineering calculations including weight summaries and electrical load analyses.

    • ECS Federal, Inc.

      Jan 2014 - Feb 2014
      Project Assistant

      Worked alongside the Platform Acquisition Development team to finish delivery of two vessels, a Small Waterplane Area (SWATH) coastal mapping vessel and a Fishery Survey Vessel (FSV). This included created work items for sub-contract work, creating a warranty database, and producing a final drawing and documentation delivery package.

    • Metal Shark Boats

      Aug 2014 - Oct 2020

      Project Engineer overseeing complete design of projects from conception thru delivery. Including designing with production efficiency in mind & supporting production during the construction phases, including testing & commissioning of equipment and systems. Supporting and coordinating customer interaction, our in-house team, subcontractors, third party designers, regulatory/class reviews, and our key production personnel is key. Especially important is planning & executing a schedule and managing the design budgets for the projects ranging from recreational to commercial and government projects. Projects to date include 33'+ fast patrol craft through a 160' private recreational craft. Show less

      • Project Engineer

        Dec 2016 - Oct 2020
      • Naval Architect

        Aug 2014 - Dec 2016
    • DLBA Naval Architects, a Gibbs & Cox Division

      Oct 2020 - now
      Project Engineer
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Professional Engineer (PE)

      Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
      Jun 2021
      View certificate certificate
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Eric Harris, P.E.
      Zeien Scholar Webb Institute Sep 2011 This award is granted to a Sophomore at Webb Institute and is held through graduation by the student selected. In addition to academic excellence, the faculty insisted that the candidate uphold the principles upon which Mr. Webb founded the Institute in manner and deed, thereby contributing to the overall excellence of the school.Announcement of Award on Webb Institute website: http://www.webb.edu/zeiens-scholar.html
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Assistant

      Issued by Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida on Jun 2009
      Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central FloridaAssociated with Eric Harris, P.E.