Shipboard PLC Systems Engineer

Jimmy Jazz; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Voluntary Life insurance

Voluntary Accident/ Critical Illness

Job summary

The GBS Group is seeking an Experienced Electrical Engineer to support development, deployment, and maintenance of PLC-based control systems for US Navy ships. You will review drawings, participate in testing, and coordinate with cross-functional teams both locally and remotely.

Required is a 4-year degree in electrical engineering and 2+ years in PLC-based systems, with DoD clearance potential. Domestic travel up to 15% is expected, with full-time employment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 2+ years in PLC-based control systems, preferably Rockwell/Allen-Bradley.
• Experience with Navy ship systems is a plus.
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret Security Clearance (US citizenship required).

Responsibilities

• Review and update as-built ship drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Design and develop PLC-based control systems for ships.
• Coordinate work with on-site and remote team members.
• Perform system testing in lab environments and aboard ships.
• Communicate design and installation plans with yards and ship’s force.
• Maintain knowledge of engineering practices and safety guidelines.
• Travel domestically up to 15% as required.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Teamwork & communication

Attention to detail

Shipboard systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCs

Windows 10

Microsoft Office

Job description

The GBS Group is seeking an Experienced Electrical Engineer to support development, deployment, and maintenance of PLC-based control systems for US Navy ships. You will review drawings, participate in testing, and coordinate with cross-functional teams both locally and remotely.

Required is a 4-year degree in electrical engineering and 2+ years in PLC-based systems, with DoD clearance potential. Domestic travel up to 15% is expected, with full-time employment and a comprehensive benefits package.