Senior Marine Electrical Engineer — Ship Systems Lead

Serco; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join its Maritime Engineering Operation in support of naval and commercial customers. The role focuses on designing and integrating marine electrical systems, including power generation, distribution, automation, and control, in a collaborative engineering environment.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s in electrical engineering, 10+ years’ marine electrical design experience, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Marine Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in marine electrical design.
• Knowledge of electrical design principles and applicable standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and specification of marine electrical systems from concept through construction (LV/HV, switchboards, transformers, UPS, propulsion, automation).
• Produce and review electrical drawings, load analyses, cable schedules, and equipment specs.
• Provide project cost and schedule estimates.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, DNV, ABS, Lloyd’s Register and related standards.
• Support FAT, SAT, commissioning and sea trials.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with mechanical, naval, and software teams.
• Interface with clients, shipyards, vendors, and classification societies.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout projects.

Skills

Electrical design

Marine systems

Project estimation

Regulatory compliance

Schematic drafting

Team mentorship

Client interfacing

Travel capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

PLC programming

MS Office

Job description

Serco is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join its Maritime Engineering Operation in support of naval and commercial customers. The role focuses on designing and integrating marine electrical systems, including power generation, distribution, automation, and control, in a collaborative engineering environment.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s in electrical engineering, 10+ years’ marine electrical design experience, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.