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JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Marine Electrical Engineer position is responsible for designing new and modifications to existing electrical and electronic systems, review of third party and vendor designs, and overseeing (electrical) construction, modification, and repair of marine vessels under both U.S. and foreign flag registries that are certified by Class Societies under IACS. Responsible for engineering design and development of least cost innovative solutions to complex engineering projects in the marine industry. The Marine Electrical Engineer works closely with Project Engineers, Project Managers, Equipment Vendors, Shipyard Management and Regulatory Personnel to deliver electrical engineering and proposal solutions.JOB DESCRIPTION
SCOPE OF DUTIES
The duties of the Marine Electrical Engineer shall include, but are not necessarily limited to the following:
• Engineering and Design Work - Develop electrical design proposals and drawings which support calculations such as load analyses and short circuit studies. Implement electrical design standards and procedures while ensuring the flag state, and class societies regulations and procedures are adhered to; liaise with regulatory bodies as required. Write and review electrical specifications for ship new construction, modification, and/or repair. Perform systems/equipment and vendor evaluations. Provide electrical engineering project support as needed with clients, equipment vendors, and shipyards. Provide direction and support to team members and maintenance and repair crews at various locations including offshore and marine support facilities. Provide technical support for shipboard and land-based testing, investigations, diagnostics and repair of electrical systems, and electronic systems. Prepare, revise, and/or review technical manuals, engineering operating procedures, instructions, specifications, and standards documentation for cognizant equipment and systems. Ensure primary consideration is given to health, safety, and environmental issues in all activities undertaken within areas of responsibility. Provide technical support for company commercial activity.
• Review Design Products - Review of electrical drawings, calculations and design products provided by shipyard, 3rd party or vendors to required electrical standards, flag state regulatory requirements, international treaties and class society rules as applicable. Validate calculations, perform study verification and verification of contracted design products to all applicable standards.
Vendor / Consultant Review – Marine Electrical Engineer shall review equipment vendor and contract architect-engineer technical deliverables for compliance with specifications, regulatory bodies and required installed performance. Attendance of factory or shipyard tests shall be required.
• Technical Writing and Project Reporting – Marine Electrical Engineer shall use computer office, technical and AutoCAD drafting tools for preparation of project technical presentations and project reports to middle and senior management.
• Engineering Data Administration - Staff Engineer shall assist in maintaining filing system for all technical files and drawings related to new construction and existing vessel fleet. Work will entail filing electronic and paper media.
• Job functions shall be as required to fulfill the responsibilities of the position and are not otherwise limited. The nature of the responsibilities of the incumbent shall be such that some overlap with fleet operational and maintenance responsibilities may occur. In such circumstances, incumbent shall perform job functions as advised and directed by supervisor.
• All other duties as assigned by management.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Experience: Five (5) years professional experience in the marine electrical engineering field. Experience with power distribution and subsystem design, integration, diesel electric and conventional vessel design, dynamic positioning, automation, control and monitoring systems, interior communication and navigation systems desired.
Certifications: Must possess a valid US driver’s license, passport and TWIC.
Skills:
o Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
o Functional capability in AutoCad 2015 and higher, industry standard eCAD tools and software for conducting electrical design and evaluation.
o Functional capability in MS Windows and MS Office applications.
o Ability to get along well with others.
Must be willing to board and ride vessels to increase understanding of how this role supports our business.
COMPETENCIES
Problem Solving
• Anticipates the impact of decisions and actions on others
• Identifies recurring problems and offers solutions based on facts and data
• Seeks out expert opinion when making decisions and solving problems
• Is thorough and attentive to detail
• Keeps his/her manager involved on important issues and/or problems
Work the Plan
• Achieves closure and follows through on tasks and projects
• Effectively multi-tasks and efficiently manages time
• Delivers a timely, complete, and accurate work product
• Clearly communicates what he/she needs from others to get the job done
• Follows established policies and procedures
Inspire Trust
• Demonstrates a strong service orientation to both internal and external customers
• Takes personal responsibility for decisions and mistakes; does not shift blame
• Is approachable and easy to deal with; handles pressure in in a calm manner
• Deals with people in a candid, straightforward, and respectful manner
• Acts with the highest level of integrity and professionalism and demonstrates a strong work ethic
Personal Learning
• Seeks professional development, training, and relevant certifications
• Remains open and non-defensive to feedback
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn new things and take on more responsibility
• Asks for feedback from his/her managers on how to improve
Collaborate
• Keeps open lines of communication with others
• Works collaboratively with people within and across departments to accomplish objectives
• Is understanding of others’ time demands and work load
• Builds personal relationships with people across the company
• Is quick to offer help to others in getting the job done
Flexibility
• Remains open-minded to others’ ideas, input and new ways of doing things
• Makes suggestions on how to improve processes and create efficiencies
• Demonstrates flexibility to changing priorities and work demands
• Fully supports company decisions and initiatives
DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Eyesight: Functional, correctable to 20/20
Hearing: Functional, correctable to normal to perceive sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction; Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make the discriminations in sound.
Speech: Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word.
Mobility: Unencumbered by physical limitations to perform the following activities: Sedentary work in an office environment that includes frequent sitting, occasional standing and walking, gross and fine motor dexterity for typing and reasonable lifting of office products up to 10 lbs
HOURS OF WORK
Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am until 5:00pm and may be adjusted with approval by the department supervisor. Some overtime, work related travel and weekend work may be required, subject to company operational requirements. Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Note: Rotation schedule may vary and is subject to change based on vessel requirements.
In-person applications will be accepted by appointment only.
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