Mid-level Naval Electrical Engineer

CACI International Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in defense and engineering is seeking a Mid-level Naval Electrical Engineer in Norfolk. You will support crucial naval projects, engaging in electrical design and providing onsite engineering for military operations. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a robust technical background, committed to ensuring maritime safety and performance. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on innovation and integrity.

Benefits

Flexible time off

Comprehensive benefits including healthcare and retirement

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in US Naval Ship Engineering or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain Secret Security Clearance.
• Intermediate proficiency in AutoCAD and electrical design.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite engineering support to Military Sealift Command.
• Conduct electrical analyses and calculations for design.
• Lead junior engineers and oversee electrical design drawings.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Education

BS Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or similar

Tools

AutoCAD

NAVISWORKS

SKM Power Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Mid-level Naval Electrical Engineer

Job Category: EngineeringTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: NoneEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Continental US* * *

The Opportunity:

You’ll get to work with a dynamic and growing team of Electrical/Marine/Mechanical//Structural Engineers and Naval Architects at our onsite work location. You’ll provide technical support on various engineering ship design projects as an individual contributor but also as part of an engineering team primarily in support of the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and the Military Sealift Command (MSC). You’ll provide engineering services support that may include Spec writing, electrical design, electrical power load analysis, fault current analyses, short circuit analyses, panel sizing, cable sizing, voltage drop calculations, electrical circuit drawings, work item development, selected record drawing (SRD) updates, cost estimates, ship checks and other new business technical work document preparation in accordance with drawing standards and good marine design practice. The ideal candidate will be a technically proficient self-starter with efficient time-management and multi-tasking capability who possesses interpersonal skills to perform as a team player and bring the ability to market our CACI team capabilities to our customers.

Responsibilities:

• Provide onsite engineering support of Military Sealift Command (MSC) on various transportation alteration (Transalt) work and packages.
• Review and analyze preliminary and functional design documentation of shipboard electrical, marine, control, and alarm and monitoring systems to evaluate their impact on commercial standards and safety practices.
• Perform contractual specification write-up and review/research regulatory rules and commercial standards.

• Perform and lead engineering site visits and shipchecks at various Navy and Commercial Shipyards and author trip and findings reports.

• Conduct electrical analyses and calculations to support voltage drop, plant impact, and sizing and selection of electrical components.
• Lead Junior Engineers in developing 2D electrical design drawings for power, control, and networking systems and provide thorough technical QA of drawings and reports.
• Development, and implementation of Commercial and Naval engineering requirements in Specifications, including electrical power systems, electromechanical systems and control systems.
• Perform electrical feasibility and trade-off studies for selection of generators, motors, variable frequency drives, transformers, Uninterruptable Power Systems (UPS), control panels, cables, timers, circuit breakers, power panels, batteries, relays, etc.
• Develop and oversee deliverables, QA, root cause failures, and risk assessment for Navy Vessels.
• Collaborate with other QA/review engineering mid-level, senior, and expert staff and generate final electrical technical products (e.g. 2D AutoCAD schematic drawings, Contract Deliverables, reports, etc.).

Qualifications:

Required:

• BS Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Engineering (BSE/BE), BS/AS in Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) or marine engineering; or similar background and/or specialized such as significant US Navy enlisted equivalency training with an Associate’s degree will be accepted in lieu of Bachelor’s degree
• US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance
• 3-7 years of experience in US Naval Ship Engineering, either within the NAVSEA/PEO Governmental Organizations, Shipyard Construction and Repair, Ship Operations (as a USCG Certified Officer or US Naval Officer), NAVSEA contractor support, or similar electrical power systems experience.
• MSC Transalts experience; shipchecks, package development, quality assurance, redlines, etc.
• Familiarity with commercial standards (e.g., ABS MVR, ABS NVR, SOLAS, ASTM, ANSI, MIL-S901, Navy GSO and EPA, IEC, IEEE 45, etc.).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with complex technical issues. The ability to create graphical representations and PowerPoints
• Strong analytical skills
• Willingness to travel 10% of the time
• Capable to perform design shipchecks onboard MSC and Navy ships

• Intermediate level proficiency in designing electrical rip-out and installation contract guidance drawings in AutoCAD, including block wiring diagrams, elementary wiring schematics, and installation plan views, and authoring bill of materials.

Desired:

• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD, NAVISWORKS and SKM Power Tools
• Advanced proficiency with MS Excel (macros, VBA, etc)
• Familiar with Machinery Control Systems and PLC/HMI/Automation/Controls
• Shipboard and/or shipyard experience
• Other Professional Qualifications/Degrees
• Participation in professional organizations (e.g., IEEE, SNAME) by authoring professional papers, holding elected office, or serving on a national or international board.

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless.So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn morehere.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$63,300-$129,700

CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.