Electrical Engineer (Philadelphia, PA)

Life Cycle Engineering; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) match

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

HSA/FSA/Lifestyle Spending

EAP

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Education programs

Online training library

Bonus program

Employee referrals

Job summary

Life Cycle Engineering is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the Land Based Engineering Test Site (LBES) for the US Navy. You will perform system analyses, reviews, and design support across concept studies, preliminary designs, and in-service engineering for ship systems and shipboard equipment.

The role requires 1–5 years of experience, a BS in Electrical/ Electronics Engineering, and knowledge of relevant codes and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
• 1 - 5 years relevant experience.
• Understanding of electrical engineering codes and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct reliability, maintainability, availability, transportability, hazard, environmental, occupational health, safety, risk analyses, and other system engineering analyses.
• Facilitate and provide required technical information expertise to Integrated Process Teams (IPTs), special advisory boards, off sites, working groups and audit teams.
• Provide support in development, analysis, testing and certification of materials and their application.
• Review, maintain, and make recommendations with regard to engineering plans, annual reports, program records, technical manuals, design histories, design configurations, databases, regulatory body and other documents.
• Support ongoing ship detail design requirements including review of shipbuilder's products and deliverables in accordance with Government requirements including MIL-STD, MIL-specs, ship design specs, and NSTM, and preparation of analyses and recommendations for decisions to program office.
• Gain knowledge in engineering theories, concepts, principles, standards to conceive or apply new applications/developments to resolve client problems/conditions for advanced technologies for LBT/ES systems engineering and engineering resources.

Skills

Project management knowledge

Navy procedures familiarity

Ship operations familiarity

Design and calculation software

Model-based simulations

Navy organizational structure

Electrical control systems familiarity

Power generation & distribution basics

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Job description

Join Life Cycle Engineering. Lead with purpose. Own the outcome. Do the right thing the right way.

Why Choose LCE?

• Employee Ownership (ESOP): Build financial stake in your work. Our 100% employee-owned model directly connects your contributions to company performance and long-term wealth creation.
• Award-Winning Culture: Join an organization repeatedly recognized as a "Best Place to Work" driven by integrity, mutual respect, and a supportive team environment.
• Impactful Mission: Support defense operations, waterfront engineering, cyber infrastructure, and asset reliability programs that keep fleets and operations mission ready.

Opportunity Summary

Position is for candidate pipelining with anticipated funded JAN 2027.

The Electrical Engineer will provide electrical engineering support to the Land Based Engineering Test Site (LBES) for the US Navy to encompass engineering/technical support for concept studies; feasibility studies; preliminary design activities; contract design activities; detail design and construction activities; independent design reviews; in-service ship design and engineering activities; shipboard installation support; and special studies related to ships/boats/craft ship systems and/or shipboard equipment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct reliability, maintainability, availability, transportability, hazard, environmental, occupational health, safety, risk analyses, and other system engineering analyses.
• Facilitate and provide required technical information expertise to Integrated Process Teams (IPTs), special advisory boards, off sites, working groups and audit teams.
• Provide support in development, analysis, testing and certification of materials and their application.
• Review, maintain, and make recommendations with regard to engineering plans, annual reports, program records, technical manuals, design histories, design configurations, databases, regulatory body and other documents.
• Support ongoing ship detail design requirements including review of shipbuilder's products and deliverables in accordance with Government requirements including MIL-STD, MIL-specs, ship design specs, and NSTM, and preparation of analyses and recommendations for decisions to program office.
• Gain knowledge in engineering theories, concepts, principles, standards to conceive or apply new applications/developments to resolve client problems/conditions for advanced technologies for LBT/ES systems engineering and engineering resources.

Security Clearance Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
• 1 - 5 years relevant experience
• Understanding of electrical engineering codes and safety standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of project management processes
• Familiarity of Navy procedures and policies (DoD 5000 acquisition processes)
• Familiarity of ship operations and/or shipboard testing
• Experience using design and calculation software
• Ability to run model-based simulations and analyze test data against simulation results
• Knowledge of the Navy's organizational structure/interrelationships
• Familiarity with electrical control systems
• Familiarity with Navy shipboard electric plant architecture and power generation, regulation, protection and distribution system

Physical Expectations

• Regular physical activity to include walking, climbing, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting, standing, and occasional prolonged sitting
• Maneuvering within confined spaces in a restricted environment
• Ability to speak, read, hear, and write, with or without assistance
• Ability to use phone and computer systems, copier, fax and other office equipment

This position description represents a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined position. Other responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should be addressed to the hiring authority or to Human Resources.

Benefit Offerings

• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) & company matched 401(k)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free life and disability insurance with supplemental coverage options
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Plan, & Lifestyle Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave
• Flexible schedules, casual work environment, and relaxed dress code
• Continuing education and professional development programs at all levels
• Free access to online training library including certification preparation
• Bonus program, employee referral program, monetary recognition opportunities, and more...

Benefits may vary based on employment status, business unit, and location.

Life Cycle Engineering (LCE)

Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, application for or service in the military or status as a disabled veteran or veteran, because of or on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, and any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.