Senior Electrical I&C Engineer

Merrick & Company; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership

Robust Employee Referral Program

Annual performance reviews

Professional Training and Development

Employee Recognition Awards

Peer Mentor Program

Job summary

Merrick & Company is searching for a Senior Electrical or I&C Engineer in Newport News, Virginia. This role involves acting as the owner's engineer for shipbuilding projects, preparing engineering documentation, and providing technical support on-site. Candidates must have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, a PE License, and at least ten years of experience in electrical or I&C engineering. This position offers competitive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), and an employee ownership plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical and/or I&C Engineering.
• Professional Engineering (PE) License required.
• Experience with low voltage electrical, high voltage electrical, control systems, and telecommunications.

Responsibilities

• Act as the owner's engineer, supporting NNS facilities maintenance.
• Prepare engineering documentation including Technical Work Instructions.
• Provide onsite technical support and guidance for quality compliance.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

I&C Engineering

Knowledge of NEC and NFPA codes

Client project experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

OVERVIEW

Merrick is seeking a Senior Electrical or I&C Engineer for several upcoming shipbuilding facility projects. You'll be the Onsite Support Engineer and will function as part of a team that plans, designs and oversees the construction of new and/or expanded shipbuilding facilities. This position will initially be located at our client site in Newport News, Virginia, not at a Merrick office.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Act as the owner's engineer, supporting NNS facilities maintenance and assisting the utility engineering team.
• Evaluate maintenance notifications by reviewing documentation and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare engineering documentation, including Technical Work Instructions (TWI).
• Conduct studies and analysis for emergent tasks as they arise.
• Assist with maintenance tasks to support testing, troubleshooting, and resolving system problems, as well as making configuration changes.
• Provide onsite technical support and guidance, including reviewing drawings, designs, and other technical documents for quality and code compliance.
• Inspect onsite infrastructure related to facilities and utilities to ensure proper functioning and adherence to standards.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
• Professional Engineering (PE) License.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in electrical and/or I&C Engineering.
• Client projects for this position require U.S. Citizenship.
• Low voltage electrical, high voltage electrical, control systems, and Telecommunications.
• Knowledge of NEC and NFPA electrical codes and standards.

PERKS

• Employee Owned – all eligible U.S. employees have an Employee Stock Ownership Account.
• Robust Employee Referral Program.
• Annual performance and compensation reviews.
• Professional Training and Development.
• Employee Recognition Awards.
• Peer Mentor Program.
• And Much More!

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted.
• At Merrick, every resume is carefully reviewed by our team of experienced human recruiters-never by AI. We are committed to a fully human-centered hiring process, ensuring each candidate receives thoughtful, personalized attention at every stage.
• Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO).
• Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
• Employment with Merrick is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screen.