Shipboard Marine Electrician (5898)

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Amee Bay, LLC, a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, seeks an experienced Engineering Technician V to join our Norfolk/Chesapeake team. The role focuses on testing, repairing, and improving electrical and electronic equipment aboard naval platforms.

Responsibilities include read/write blueprints, perform tag-outs, ensure OSHA safety, and develop design recommendations. Requires US citizenship and ability to obtain a secret clearance.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain active Secret Clearance.
• High School Diploma or GED; military or trade school background preferred.
• Experience with naval shipboard mechanical, electrical and electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Test, troubleshoot, repair and evaluate electrical/electronic equipment.
• Read blueprints; interpret manuals; develop red-line drawings and design input.
• Perform shipboard tag-out, WAF programs and Naval procedures.
• Maintain safety forms and OSHA compliance in daily tasks.
• Disassemble, inspect, clean, reassemble and test equipment.
• Plan working diagrams, circuits and cable/wire way fabrication.
• Travel CONUS/OCONUS as required.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Military/Trade school background

Tools

Voltmeter

Ammeter

Ohmmeter

Power analyzers

Megohmmeter

Job description

Amee Bay, LLC, a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, and a Federal Government Contractor industry leader, is seeking an experienced Engineering Technician V to join our team in Norfolk, VA.

Position Overview:

Engineering Technician V will be responsible to test, manufacture, troubleshoots, repair, red-line drawings and make design recommendations for electrical and electronic equipment. The employee will perform a wide variety of different tasks depending on the needs of the company.

Position Responsibilities:

• Shipboard tag-out, WAF programs and applicable Naval procedures / instructions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, written technical instructions and manuals.
• Knowledge of navy AC (60 and 400 Hz) and DC electrical systems
• Navy tag-out, WAF programs and applicable Naval procedures / instructions
• Maintain QWI and associated forms
• Implements and monitor OSHA safety
• Knowledge of Navy electrical and electronic systems
• Able to troubleshoot, disassemble, and inspect electrical equipment
• Able to clean electrical equipment and parts, reassemble, and operationally test equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical systems such as switchboards, switchgear, distribution panels, controls, etc.
• Versed in the use of common electrical measuring instruments, and of various electronic measuring devices, such as voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, power analyzers, and megohmmeters.
• Familiar with the use of Precision Measuring Instrumentation
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, written technical instructions, and manuals.
• Ability to plan and make working diagrams and circuits.
• Capable of cable run fabrication and wire way fabrication
• Working knowledge of trade mathematics and formulas to calculate voltage, amperes and resistance requirements and to determine size and types of material, such as controls, switches, distribution panels, fuses, etc.

Position Requirements:

• US Citizenship.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain active Secret Security Clearance and Base Access; Candidates currently possessing an Active Secret Clearance are preferred.
• High School Graduate or GED and a graduate of military schools which provided and in-depth knowledge of naval shipboard systems, maintenance and operations; or be a graduate of a trade, industrial or correspondence school for engineering.
• Possess understanding of shipboard mechanical machinery equipment and systems such as main propulsion machinery, auxiliary machinery and hydraulics.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems components such as valves, bearings, gears, remote operators, couplings, system alignment, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, written technical instructions and manuals, make red-line drawings, and design recommendations.

• Five (5) years' experience in the operation, maintenance, testing, and repair of HM&E equipment installed on U.S. Navy surface ships or submarines to include refurbishing/rebuilding and testing U.S. Navy electrical and electrical control equipment (Including static frequency converters, motor generator electronic constant speed drives, electronic governor control assemblies, and local control panels).

• Valid Real U.S. Driver's License.

• Must pass drug screening as a condition of employment.
• Candidates must furnish their own hand tools required for this position.
• Candidates must be willing to travel, CONUS & OCONUS at times.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to complete the physical demands of the job, including but not limited to lifting, pulling, pushing and/or carrying up to 50 pounds, unassisted, on a regular basis. Must be able to manipulate and handle objects needed for installation: reaching, grasping, twisting, turning, and manipulating equipment and tools within confined spaces, as well as walking, bending, stooping, sitting, standing, or squatting for extended periods of time.

Preferred Skills:

• Prior military experience directly related to the position or prior experience in the Maritime Industry.
• Knowledge of Shipboard mechanical, electrical and electronic systems.

This position is located in Chesapeake, VA.

The hourly wage for this position is $26 - 36/hr based on experience.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Three Saints Bay, LLC and its subsidiaries offer a diverse, team-oriented working environment and the opportunity to work with exceptional dedicated industry professionals. We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to take part in exciting projects with government and commercial clients, both domestic and international.

We are an EEO/AA employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.