Chief Electrical Officer

tamus; United States; On-site; USD 8,400 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M Maritime Academy seeks a Chief Electrical Officer to lead maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of shipboard electrical and automation systems. You will ensure the systems meet USCG regulations and Class Rules, mentoring technical personnel along the way.

Independence in action and proficiency with IEC-based drawings are essential to manage equipment aboard the vessel and to coordinate with regulatory inspections and training activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Five+ years as Electrical Officer or Electro-Technical Officer.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operation of vessel electrical, automation and control systems.
• Lead maintenance and repair of HV electrical plant.
• Ensure systems comply with USCG regulations and Class Rules.
• Mentor cadets and licensed personnel.
• Prepare systems for USCG inspections and ABS surveys.

Skills

Electrical meters

Repair techniques

IEC schematics

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

GE Power Conversion Systems

KTE HV Switchboard

Schneider SEPAM 80 Relays

Job description

Job Title

Chief Electrical Officer

Agency

Texas A&M University at Galveston

Department

Texas A&M Maritime Academy

Proposed Minimum Salary

$9,297.67 monthly

Job Location

Galveston, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

A Glimpse of the Job

The Chief Electrical Officer's duties include leading the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all shipboard electrical, automation and control systems to ensure that they provide the functionality that is intended and ensuring they comply with USCG regulations and Class Rules. This role requires independent action and the ability to lead and mentor technical personnel in proper operation and maintenance procedures. A requirement of the position is the ability to utilize an IEC-based drawing and manual set effectively maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment and systems aboard the vessel. They should be familiar with communication protocols utilized to interconnect equipment and systems.

Essential Duties/Tasks

Chief Electrical Officer

Maintains operational reliability for critical vessel automation and safety systems. This includes routine maintenance and troubleshooting for the following General Electric Power Conversion Systems: Power Management, Electric Propulsion, Propulsion Remote Control.

KTE HV Switchboard, LS Vacuum Circuit Breakers and Schneider Electric SEPAM 80 Relays. Kongsberg Ship Monitoring and Alarm Systems. WABTEC Engine Control System. Autronica fire detection system, and other automation, monitoring, control and safety systems.

Lead the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of automation, monitoring and control systems aboard the vessel.

Lead the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of the High Voltage Electrical Plant.

Participate in the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of electronic systems and equipment installed aboard the vessel to the extent that is authorized by the equipment manufacturer, USCG regulation and Class Rule.

Compliance and Inspection

Prepare the above systems and equipment for periodic inspection by USCG and periodic survey by the American Bureau of Shipping.

Training and Other

Support the training of licensing students to the extent that it does not interfere with the previously mentioned duties.

Other Duties as assigned

What you need to know

Salary: $111,572 annually

Required Education and Experience

The ideal candidate would have a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or any relevant combination of education and experience.

Five or more years of experience as an Electrical Officer or Electro Technical Officer.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• U.S. Regular Passport
• Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC)
• Possession of or the ability to obtain a United States Coast Guard (USCG) Merchant Mariner with the following endorsement(s): Wiper.

Must meet one of the following requirements: License as an Electrical Officer from a flag state or an endorsement as Electro Technical Officer from the United States Coast Guard.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience on a vessel constructed with:

• 1. A sectionalized high voltage high power (12 MW and above) integrated electrical network supervised and controlled by a power management system
• 2. Electrical Propulsion, multi motor coupled to electrical network by variable frequency drives
• 3. Propulsion Remote Control
• 4. Centralized monitoring, alarm and control systems
• 5. Power Management Systems
• 6. Other automation, monitoring, alarm and safety systems

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skill in the use of electrical meters, electronic meters, test instruments, and electrical/electronic troubleshooting equipment.
• Skill in the use of hand tools and electrical/electronic repair techniques.
• Skill in the ability to read and effectively interpret IEC based technical manuals, blueprints, and electrical/electronic schematics.
• Skills in computer, oral and written communication include demonstrated ability to use common Microsoft products and NSE or other maintenance management systems.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work.
• Related teaching/ instructional experience instructing cadets or unlicensed personnel.

Additional Information

Physical Requirements

All seafarers must pass a comprehensive medical examination to get a medical certificate, which confirms their fitness for duty and is required by organizations like the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). Essential physical requirements include the strength and endurance to lift equipment weighing 50 lbs. or more, the ability to safely navigate a constantly moving vessel, and the mobility to climb multiple ladders and enter confined spaces. Overall, a mariner must be prepared to perform all job functions safely and effectively in a challenging and often isolated environment.

Other Requirements and Factors

This position is security sensitive

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