Electrical Engineering Coordinator JN -082026-179779

Goodwin Recruiting; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Holidays

Long-term project pipeline

Career growth

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting in Rhode Island is seeking a highly technical Marine Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design and coordination on large-scale vessel projects from concept through completion. You will partner cross-functionally to drive efficiency and on-time delivery in a challenging marine environment.

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Marine, or Mechanical Engineering and 5–15+ years of maritime or military experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Marine, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent industry experience).
• 5–15+ years of electrical engineering experience in commercial maritime or military environments.
• Strong knowledge of ABS and Coast Guard regulations.
• Experience with AutoCAD (2D/3D) and Ship Constructor software.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise electrical schematics, equipment layouts, and arrangement drawings for vessel systems.
• Lead coordination between engineering, production, and external vendors to ensure design feasibility and execution.
• Break down electrical systems into production-ready modules and build strategies.
• Review and approve vendor drawings while ensuring alignment with project timelines.
• Interpret and validate complex electrical systems including power distribution, control systems, and alarm/monitoring systems.
• Support production teams with real-time field troubleshooting and technical guidance during installation.
• Evaluate and approve purchase orders for major electrical components and systems.
• Ensure all designs align with shipbuilding best practices and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Electrical design

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Marine/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD 2D/3D

Ship Constructor

MS Office

Job description

Join a highly technical marine engineering environment where your expertise directly impacts complex vessel builds from concept through completion. This role offers the opportunity to lead electrical design and coordination efforts on large-scale maritime projects while partnering cross-functionally to drive efficiency and on-time delivery.

Benefits And Compensation

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Stable, long-term project pipeline
• Opportunity to work on complex, large-scale marine builds
• Career growth within engineering and project leadership
• Collaborative, team-driven environment with high visibility

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Marine, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent industry experience)
• 5–15+ years of electrical engineering experience in commercial maritime or military environments
• Strong knowledge of ABS and Coast Guard regulations
• Experience with AutoCAD (2D/3D) and Ship Constructor software
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite
• Strong technical writing, communication, and analytical skills

Must Haves

• Develop and revise electrical schematics, equipment layouts, and arrangement drawings for vessel systems
• Lead coordination between engineering, production, and external vendors to ensure design feasibility and execution
• Break down electrical systems into production-ready modules and build strategies
• Review and approve vendor drawings while ensuring alignment with project timelines
• Interpret and validate complex electrical systems including power distribution, control systems, and alarm/monitoring systems
• Support production teams with real-time field troubleshooting and technical guidance during installation
• Evaluate and approve purchase orders for major electrical components and systems
• Ensure all designs align with shipbuilding best practices and regulatory requirements

Preferred Background & Skills

• Experience with vessel electrical systems, including power control, AC drives, motors, and transformers
• Familiarity with navigation systems, bridge controls, and machinery monitoring systems
• Experience with cable run sheets, penetration design, and one-line diagrams
• Background working with shipyards or marine-focused engineering teams
• Strong project coordination or leadership experience across multiple stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

$100,000 - $140,000