Commercial Marine Electrical Engineer - Propulsion Systems

Lemonergy; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Equity grants

Bonuses tied to impact

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Arc is building electrified propulsion for the marine industry. We seek an Electrical Engineer in Torrance to design new electric and hybrid propulsion systems for commercial vessels and port operations. This on-site role focuses on translating control architectures into manufacturable hardware and supporting sea trials.

You will own panel layouts, IO, and documentation while collaborating with suppliers and shipyards. Expect field testing on boats and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as an Electrical Engineer, Automation Engineer, or similar role.
• Strong focus on control panel design and low voltage distribution.
• Experience with electrical design software suites (Zuken, EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar).
• Experience specifying industrial automation and networking hardware (PLCs, IO modules, network switches, power supplies).
• Experience with industrial and automotive communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus, CAN, etc.).
• Practical experience designing, building, and troubleshooting electrical panels and hardware.
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Strong time management skills and fast-paced work style
• Comfortable field testing on boats; travel 5–10%
• End-to-end ownership and first-principles problem solving
• This position may involve ITAR requirements; U.S. person status is required

Responsibilities

• Translate high-level control architectures into detailed hardware definitions and panel layouts.
• Own logical IO allocation, schematics, and 2D/3D panel layouts.
• Generate manufacturing data packages, including BOMs, wire lists, and terminal diagrams.
• Hands-on wiring, testing, and debugging of high and low voltage systems.
• Develop bench test systems and ensure parity with production vessels.
• Support sea trials to validate and certify systems.
• Interface with suppliers, partner shipyards, and vessel operators; travel 5–10%.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Panel design

Low voltage distribution

Electrical design software

Industrial protocols

Field testing

Documentation

Communication

Tools

Zuken

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Arc is building electrified propulsion for the marine industry. We seek an Electrical Engineer in Torrance to design new electric and hybrid propulsion systems for commercial vessels and port operations. This on-site role focuses on translating control architectures into manufacturable hardware and supporting sea trials.

You will own panel layouts, IO, and documentation while collaborating with suppliers and shipyards. Expect field testing on boats and travel as needed.