Marine Electrician: Multi-Cable Transit Expert

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. is seeking a skilled Marine Electrician to install, build, pack, and seal Multi-Cable Transits (MCTs) aboard naval and commercial vessels. You will work with shipboard electrical systems, cabling, and NAVSEA standards in a hands-on, confined-space setting.

The role requires reading blueprints, routing cables, performing continuity tests, and ensuring watertight penetrations. You will coordinate with shipfitters and engineers, maintain safety, and document work performed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Marine Electrician in a shipyard or maritime environment.
• Demonstrated experience building and packing Multi-Cable Transits (MCTs).
• Knowledge of MCT systems such as Roxtec, Nelson, or equivalent.
• Ability to read and understand shipboard electrical drawings and specifications.
• Experience pulling and terminating power, control, and fiber optic cables.
• Familiarity with NAVSEA standards and shipboard installation practices.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in physically demanding conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Install, build, pack, and seal Multi-Cable Transits (MCTs) in accordance with NAVSEA and shipyard specifications.
• Pull, route, support, and terminate electrical, fiber optic, and communication cables through MCTs and ship structures.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, cable schedules, and penetration drawings.
• Install and secure cableways, hangers, brackets, and penetration hardware.
• Perform continuity testing, insulation resistance testing, and basic troubleshooting of shipboard electrical systems.
• Ensure fire-stop integrity and watertight sealing of all penetrations.
• Label and dress cables to meet shipboard standards and quality requirements.
• Follow all safety procedures related to confined spaces, hot work, fall protection, and electrical hazards.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with shipyard safety policies.
• Coordinate with other trades including shipfitters, welders, painters, and engineers.
• Document completed work and report discrepancies or deficiencies to supervision.

Skills

MCT installation

NAVSEA standards

Shipboard electrics

Blueprint reading

Tools

Roxtec MCT

Job description

Kaizen Lab Inc. is seeking a skilled Marine Electrician to install, build, pack, and seal Multi-Cable Transits (MCTs) aboard naval and commercial vessels. You will work with shipboard electrical systems, cabling, and NAVSEA standards in a hands-on, confined-space setting.

The role requires reading blueprints, routing cables, performing continuity tests, and ensuring watertight penetrations. You will coordinate with shipfitters and engineers, maintain safety, and document work performed.