Field Engineer I, II

prismmaritime; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Prism Maritime is seeking Field Engineer I, II in Chesapeake, VA. Candidates will provide engineering support, lead installation projects, and mitigate equipment issues. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field is required, along with relevant experience. Candidates should be prepared to handle physical tasks and possess necessary certifications.

Successful candidates will have technical expertise in electrical systems, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to lead projects. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions, and a security clearance may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus relevant experience for Level I position.
• Associates degree with multiple years of experience for Level II.
• Technical experience in electrical/electronic systems required.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation and design efforts.
• Provide technical expertise in installations and audits.
• Conduct briefings and pre/post installation tests.

Skills

Technical expertise

Leadership

Analytical skills

Quality and Safety Audits

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Multi-pin connectors

Fiber Optic connectors

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Position Title: Field Engineer I, II

Work Location: Chesapeake, VA – FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt – REQ#26_01126B

Summary of Duties

Field Engineer (levels I, II) applies a broad knowledge of electronics in engineering design, analysis, evaluation, and development of engineering and technical documentation and reports. Provides senior technical support to the Project Manager in such areas as task leadership, research, design, development, material identification and procurement support, inventory management, installation, and testing. Exercises discretion and independent judgment of a professional nature to complete engineering tasks. Serves in lieu of, or in conjunction with, engineers in the completion of engineering assignments. Recommends changes and refinements for continuous process improvement. Can act as deck plate Project Manager or Installation Supervisor. Periodically required to lift/move equipment up to and including 50 pounds.

Specific Description of Duties

• May assume leadership of subordinates
• Assists in the development of Installation Design Packages
• Identifies problem areas and provides Condition Discrepancy Reports, Change Order Request Notices, and/or Liaison Action Request preparation
• Assists in the development of technical manuals and specifications for systems and equipment
• Identifies, analyzes, reports on, and corrects causes of equipment and systems failures
• Researches and selects pertinent equipment / material
• Conducts briefings and presentations
• Performs engineering, quality, and safety audit / inspections
• Provides technical expertise and support on installation and production
• Conducts pre and post installation testing
• Provides project status reports including EVM metrics
• Versed in Multi pin / Fiber Optic / RF and other type connectors
• Provides final task status for Task Order Closeout reports
• Overtime, to include weekend work, and travel outside the local areas is routinely required but not guaranteed
• Perform any other assignments or tasks as needed or requested by management to assist in accomplishing the organization’s mission, objectives and goals.

Education / Specialized Training

• High School diploma or GED may be required depending on varying contract stipulations.

Level I

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field and one year or Associates degree and four years, relative to the industry, or seven years related experience.
• Degree should be in Engineering, Management, or a relatable field.
• Non-degreed personnel must have seven years technical experience in installation modification, field change, operation, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting and repair of electrical or electronic systems in accordance with Military Standard procedures.

Level II

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field and one year or Associates degree and six years relative experience, or ten years directly related experience.
• Degree should be in Engineering, Management, or a technically relatable field.
• Non-degreed personnel must have ten years’ technical experience in installation modification, field change, operation, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting and repair of electrical / electronic systems or NAVSEA governed hot work items in accordance with Military Standard procedures.

Security Clearance

• Clearance up to secret level may be required.

Certification / Licenses (as required for the task being performed)

• Cableway certification
• Multi-pin connector certification
• Fiber Optic connector certification
• Fire watch certification

Physical/Environmental Job Requirements

• Lifting/moving up to and including 50 pounds
• Routinely climbing several flights of stairs
• Performing tasks in confined spaces

In performing these duties, you may be required to work outdoors. You will experience temperature variations, extremely loud noises and other physical hazards.

Our work is primarily onboard naval vessels that may include variables of physical activity, e.g. stooping, climbing, walking, etc.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Prism Maritime is an EEO/AA employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.