Manufacturing Engineer – Electrical Hardware

Frontdoor Defense; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Time Off

Parental Leave

401(k) Plan

Stock Options

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Free Lunch

Snacks & Drinks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer – Electrical Detail Planning to translate electrical designs into buildable installation instructions for autonomous surface vessels. You will plan cable routing, define penetrations, and coordinate sequencing with trades to minimize rework.

The role requires knowledge of shipbuilding practices, reading wiring diagrams, and ensuring compliance with ABS/USCG/NAVSEA requirements, with a focus on efficient execution and documentation across

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in marine electrical trades or equivalent planning background.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and translate data into physical routes.
• Knowledge of ship construction and transit methods (Roxtec) for penetrations.
• Strong written communication to produce clear work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Develop installation work instructions for equipment foundation fabrication and mounting.
• Plan wireway and cable tray routing, and define penetrations.
• Translate connection lists into physical routing and sequencing.
• Coordinate installation sequencing with structural and outfitting trades to avoid interference.
• Ensure plans meet ABS/USCG/NAVSEA requirements.

Skills

Marine electrical trades

Wiring diagrams literacy

Cable routing planning

Shipbuilding knowledge

Clear technical writing

Education

Technical/trade school degree

Tools

PLM/ERP systems

Cable routing software

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer – Electrical

Develop buildable electrical installation plans for autonomous surface vessels and associated wiring

Location: Austin, TexasBrownsville, Texas

About The Role

Manufacturing Engineer – Electrical Detail Planning

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer – Electrical Detail Planning translates electrical system designs, equipment arrangements, and wire connection data into the detailed work instructions used to install electrical equipment, route and pull cable, and complete terminations aboard autonomous surface vessels. This role covers both the physical hardware side of electrical installation and the planning required to turn a wire connection list into a buildable installation strategy.

Electrical installation in shipbuilding depends on foundations, wireways, and penetrations being planned and installed at the correct stage of construction, and on cable routing being translated from a connection list into a real physical path through the ship. The Manufacturing Engineer ensures this translation happens accurately and efficiently, minimizing rework and schedule risk.

This role works closely with design engineering, structural and outfitting planning, and waterfront production to ensure electrical installation work is sequenced correctly and executable by the trades.

Responsibilities

Equipment & Hardware Installation Planning

• Develop work instructions for equipment foundation fabrication and installation, equipment mounting, and alignment.
• Plan wireway and cable tray routing and support, and define penetration methods through decks and bulkheads using Roxtec or equivalent transit systems.
• Coordinate installation sequencing with structural and outfitting trades to avoid interferences.

Cable Routing & Hook-Up Planning

• Translate wire connection lists (source-to-destination data) into a physical cable routing and installation strategy.
• Sequence cable pulls logically by run, zone, or system to minimize rework and maximize efficiency.
• Develop cable pulling and termination work packages specifying route, order, and termination method.

Technical & Compliance Requirements

• Account for cable separation, bend radius, fill, and EMI/segregation requirements in routing plans.
• Flag connection list errors or routing conflicts to design engineering before they surface during installation.
• Ensure work instructions reflect ABS, USCG, and NAVSEA requirements, material traceability, and test requirements (continuity, megger, hi-pot).

Production Support & Continuous Improvement

• Support first-article pulls and terminations, walking the work with electricians and leads.
• Refine routing plans and standard work based on floor feedback.
• Maintain documentation of installation and routing standards across the program.

What Success Looks Like

• Cable routes and equipment installations match the connection list and design intent without rework.
• Penetrations and wireways are installed and ready before cable pulling begins.
• Electricians can execute pull and termination packages without returning to design for clarification.
• Routing conflicts and connection list errors are caught before installation, not during it.
• Production and design trust the electrical plan as an accurate, buildable reference.

Qualifications

Required

• Hands-on experience in marine electrical trades (shipboard electrician, cable installer, electrical technician) or equivalent planning experience built on that trade background.
• Understanding of equipment foundation and installation practices, wireway/cable tray systems, and penetration/transit methods such as Roxtec.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, connection/cable lists, and one-line diagrams, and translate a source-to-destination connection into a physical route.
• Working knowledge of how ships are built, including unit/block construction and zone outfitting.
• Strong written communication skills to produce clear, unambiguous work instructions.

Preferred

• Experience in new construction shipbuilding; repair/overhaul experience also considered.
• Familiarity with cable pulling and termination methods (crimp, solder, mechanical lug).
• Experience with PLM/ERP systems and connection-list/database management tools.
• Familiarity with ABS, USCG, or NAVSEA requirements as they apply to electrical installation.
• Technical/trade school, associate's, or bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional standing and walking within the office
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)

Benefits

Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents

Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match

Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company's success

Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline

Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Saronic CCPA Notice for Candidates and California Employees

If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require 'U.S. Person' status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a 'U.S. Person': (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) . Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.