Electrical Engineer

About the role

Works directly with Engineering Manager, Department Engineers, Drafters, Program Managers, Production Personnel, and Customers to design, develop, and evaluate marine electrical/electronic systems and associated system interfaces including propulsion, HVAC, and navigation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic and applied research to evaluate adaptability of materials, components, and equipment for marine craft systems.
• Evaluate and develop processes to manufacture materials and components to meet specialized design and performance specifications.
• Test or oversee initial manufacture and installation of equipment and components for marine craft systems.
• Design AC/DC systems and create schematics.
• Provide technical guidance and documentation to production personnel.
• Support project management and customers for concept design studies, new craft constructions, retrofits, and conversions.
• Create detailed engineering technical reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or similar engineering field from an accredited university.
• Understanding of low voltage marine AC and DC electrical systems, craft system wiring, AC and DC switchgear, control and monitoring systems, and navigation electronics.
• Proficiency in using mathematical and physical models to ensure design adequacy with respect to performance, operation, and safety in compliance with applicable industry requirements, specifications, and standards.
• 2+ years' experience in design, development, and evaluation of marine electrical/electronic systems.
• Ability to design both AC and DC system one-line diagrams and detailed wiring schematics using electrical design software such as AutoCad Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, or EPLAN.
• Experience with embedded microcontrollers and firmware.
• Working knowledge of CANBUS and NMEA2000 based navigation electronics.
• Knowledge of PCB layout and schematic capture software.
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Skills

• Experience with 3D solid modeling (SolidWorks preferred).
• Experience with ABYC, IEEE-45, or ABS wiring standards preferred.
• Experience with lean manufacturing practices and ISO 9000 standards a plus.
• Demonstrated experience using MS Office products (Word, Excel, Projects).
• Ability to think outside the box and be self-sufficient.