Senior Maritime Elecrical Manager

The Senior Maritime Electrical Manager leads the electrical engineering team in the design, integration, and delivery of shipboard electrical systems. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of electrical design, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and coordinating closely with production, project management, and other engineering disciplines. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise with leadership skills and thrives in a fast-paced shipyard environment.

Responsibilities

• Electrical System Design & Oversight
  • Lead the development of electrical system designs, schematics, and layouts for new vessel construction and refit projects.
  • Review and approve all electrical drawings and documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Team Leadership & Coordination
  • Supervise and mentor a team of electrical engineers and designers.
  • Assign tasks, set priorities, and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Project Management & Collaboration
  • Coordinate with naval architects, mechanical engineers, and production teams to integrate electrical systems with other shipboard systems.
  • Participate in project planning, scheduling, and progress reviews.
• Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance
  • Ensure all electrical designs meet ABS, USCG, and other applicable standards.
  • Oversee quality checks and resolve technical issues during construction and commissioning.
• Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.
  • Address design challenges and field discrepancies promptly.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in shipyard or maritime electrical engineering, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and familiarity with ShipConstructor or similar software.
• Strong knowledge of shipboard electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, automation, and communication systems.
• Ability to interpret and apply ABS/Coast Guard rules and regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PLC programming, power management systems, and integration of advanced technologies.
• Familiarity with shipyard production workflows and safety protocols.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain up-to-date documentation.

Physical Demands

• Correctable vision to 20/40; contact lenses not permitted in certain production area positions.
• Must pass Ishihara test for color blindness and have ability to read and understand safety symbols and colors (red, yellow, green, etc.).
• Must pass pulmonary function exam for positions requiring respiratory protection.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, squat, kneel, stoop, or climb stairs or a ladder.
• Ability to perform overhead work with full range of motion.
• Must not be claustrophobic; may be required to work in confined spaces.
• Capability to maneuver through openings as small as 18 inches by 23 inches and move/crawl into awkward positions.
• Ability to work in static positions for extended periods.
• Good balance and capability of standing on each foot for 30 seconds or more.
• No fear of heights; may work at elevations over 50 feet on scaffolding, staging, planking, or mechanical lifts.
• Ability to carry tools and equipment up to approximately 75 pounds.

Work Demands

• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to respirator, hardhat, face shield, safety goggles, safety shoes (steel toe), safety harness, gloves, or other protective clothing as determined by a Marine Job Hazard Analysis.
• Must report all accidents or injuries to supervisor and the Environmental Safety and Health Department.
• Must report any damages to equipment, or broken and misused tools.
• May work in several different areas and environments, including inside and outside of buildings or structures.
• Must work at a pace consistent with meeting company deadlines.

Work location: onsite in North Kingstown, RI. U.S. citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. are encouraged to apply; visa sponsorship is not available. Job ID #26-01315. DP Professionals (DPP) is a certified Woman-owned Small Business Enterprise (WBE and WOSB) with more than 25 years in the staffing industry and offers a range of compensation and benefits packages to employees and their eligible dependents.