Electrical Engineer

SALARY RANGE:

• Electrical Engineer I: $70,000-$90,000
• Electrical Engineer II: $85,000-$110,000
• Electrical Engineer III: $105,000-$125,000

SUMMARY:

Supports the Marine Engineering Division in the design, analysis, and life cycle support of electrical systems for shipboard machinery and power systems, U.S. Navy shipboard and shore-based applications, and waterfront applications, including hardware, software, and network interfaces. Develops detailed electrical designs and participates in a shared, collaborative design environment, ensuring version control, data integrity, and seamless coordination across the engineering team. Coordinates interdisciplinary engineering functions and serves as a technical liaison with Delphinus staff, customers, and technical authorities as tasked. Supports shipboard repair and installation teams as needed to investigate, diagnose, and resolve technical issues, and works closely with field personnel to ensure design intent is accurately carried through to execution. Works with Navy customer personnel and other organizations to provide solutions to the fleet.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform shipchecks and waterfront field verification, prepare system specifications, and develop design drawings for the new installation and modification of existing electrical systems and components aboard ship and at waterfront facilities.
• Read, interpret, and troubleshoot Hull, Mechanical and Electrical (HM&E) systems using various Ship Installation Drawings (SIDs), including structural/arrangement drawings, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Perform electrical load, short-circuit, coordination, and voltage-drop analyses.
• Prepare electrical drawing and design packages such as one-line diagrams, cable and wireway lists, and panel and equipment arrangements. Include cable routing and cable pull lists.
• Conduct peer design reviews and QA checks, recommend solutions, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on design decisions.
• Generate, modify, and review requirements and design specifications and support the Navy's systems engineering process.
• Develop installation, inspection, and test procedures, and support system installation, testing, and commissioning aboard ship and at waterfront facilities.
• Troubleshoot and correct malfunctions using specialized test and diagnostic equipment such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and network traffic analyzers.
• Track issues identified in test or deployment to resolution through the product lifecycle.
• Prepare operating and malfunction reports and related documentation and prepare and brief status reports to customers.
• Assist with quality assurance testing of assemblies and equipment.
• Prepare shipboard design deliverables such as Ship Alterations (SHIPALTs), Ship Change Documents, and Technical Work Documents, and maintain configuration management and drawing revision control.
• Revise and prepare HM&E logistics documentation, including but not limited to Technical Manuals and Maintenance Requirements Cards (MRCs), user manuals, product specifications, and training materials.
• Select materials and specify components suitable for shipboard and waterfront service conditions and develop associated Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Apply applicable Navy and industry standards and specifications (e.g., NAVSEA Standard Items, General Specifications for Ships, MIL-STDs, ASME, IEEE, UL).
• Prepare red-line markups and incorporate as-built and field changes into design drawings and installation documentation.
• Provide subject matter expertise to equipment technical assistance teams in the assessment, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of shipboard and shore-based equipment, including on-site support at shipyards and waterfront facilities.
• Accomplish assigned engineering tasks and functions efficiently and on time.
• Deliver accurate, high-quality technical products that meet project schedules, applicable standards, and customer requirements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related engineering discipline from an accredited university or college
• Proficient with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with shipboard power distribution (440V AC/60 Hz, 115V AC/60 Hz, 28V DC), MIL-STD-1399, and Navy shipboard electrical standards.
• Detail-oriented and meticulous during execution of duties.
• Strong ability to work independently and within a team to meet project deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience performing at least some of the Key Responsibilities listed above.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Must currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in analysis, testing, or design of any of the following Navy HM&E or waterfront systems:
• Fire suppression systems;
• Embedded and software-based systems, including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) and network-based devices;
• EMI testing;
• Replenishment-at-sea (RAS) and weapons handling/elevator systems;
• Knowledge of Class-specific systems (CVN, DDG, LSD, LPD, LCS, LHD, LHA).
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 Quality Management System processes.
• Experience performing shipchecks or field verification in an industrial or waterfront setting.
• Experience with PLCs and ladder logic, Navy systems, and development and testing of shipboard HM&E systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or EIT/FE certification.
• Experience with NAVSEA, SUPSHIP, or Naval shipyard environments, and with Navy Standard Items (NSIs) and the Planned Maintenance System (PMS).
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-461 for EMI/EMC, and experience with power analysis tools such as ETAP or SKM.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Primarily office-based in Norfolk, VA, with the option to work remotely for a portion of the work week and with regular visits to shipyards, waterfront facilities, and customer sites. The role involves air travel and walking long distances through large industrial facilities. Field verification will require accessing shipboard spaces, climbing ladders, and may involve working in confined areas. Work may be performed onboard U.S. Navy ships (pier side and at sea), requires proper safety precautions and personal protective equipment (PPE, including steel-toed boots), and may involve handling light materials, boxes, or equipment (up to 25 lbs). Occasional after-hours or weekend work may be required. Requests for reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. The above job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.