Submarine Electrician

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid health program

Dental & Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Delphinus seeks electricians with 6-15 years of submarine-specific electrical work or equivalent training and 1-5 years submarine electrical experience. Norfolk, VA position requires a Secret clearance and advanced meter/diagnostic tool expertise. Must read blueprints, diagrams, and SDS, and be able to supervise a small team on site.

Ideal candidates have NAVSEA-related certifications and proven ability to design simple circuit diagrams while coordinating material and labor needs.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current Secret security clearance and maintain it.
• Advanced experience with electrical test equipment and measurement tools.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, and manuals.
• Design, draw and explain simple circuit sketches and plan materials/labor.
• Able to read SDS and ensure safety compliance.
• Supervise a small installation team (3–10 personnel).
• NAVSEA-approved training or equivalent NAVSEA credentials.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting and testing of electrical systems and equipment.
• Independently wire complex devices and assemblies.
• Read and interpret technical diagrams and instructions.
• Supervise and direct a 3–10 person installation team with minimal guidance.
• Prepare materials/labor estimates for projects.

Skills

Electrical theory

Blueprints interpretation

Circuit design & wiring

Troubleshooting

Team supervision

Safety & SDS literacy

Reading technical documents

Education

Trade school / apprenticeship in electrical

NAVSEA course experience

Copper Connector Fabricator course

Tools

Voltmeter

Ammeter

Ohmmeter

Megohmmeter

Light Loss meters

OTDR

Visual Fault Locator (VFL)

Job description

About the Organization

Founded in 1994 as a small, diversified professional services company, Delphinus today employs more than 650 professional and technical personnel supporting a customer base that spans the Defense and Federal markets.

Headquartered in Newtown Square, PA, we have primary offices in Norfolk, VA; San Diego, CA; and Bremerton, WA.

Company Benefits*:

• Comprehensive health program for employee and dependents
• Company paid Dental and Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Short-term and Long-term disability - Company paid
• Life Insurance and AD&D - Company paid
• Voluntary Spouse and Child Life Insurance
• Paid time off with company holiday
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

*Benefit eligibility is set forth in benefit plan documents and organization policies.

Description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Seeking only electricians with 6-15 years of experience in performing submarine specific electrical work; or completion of a formal related course of study through either a community college, technical or trade school, military training, formal company training program or an apprenticeship program AND 1-5 years of experience in submarine specific electrical work.

LOCATION:

Norfolk, VA.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a current Secret security clearance and the ability to maintain that clearance.
• Advanced experience with Voltmeters, Ammeters, Ohmmeters, Megohmmeters, (ET2 only) Light Loss meters, (E2 only) OTDRs, (ET2 only) Visual Fault Locators (VFLs); and general hand tools, such as screwdrivers, wire strippers, crimp tools, wrenches, knives, pliers, drills, and saws.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, written technical instructions and manuals.
• Able to design, draw and explain simple circuit sketches and wiring diagrams, and determine material and labor requirements to implement the design.
• Able to read and understand material safety data sheets (SDS).
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and/or testing of various electrical, systems, circuits, controls, instruments and equipment.
• Advanced understanding of electrical theory.
• Able to independently and correctly wire complex devices, such as large terminal boxes, IC switchboards, power load centers, computer switches and servers, equipment racks, etc.
• Graduate of a NAVSEA approved Cableway Installation and Inspection course.
• Graduate of a Copper Connector Fabricator course (32 hour) that meets the requirements of NAVSEA Standard Item 009-73 and MIL-STD-2003-5.
• (ET2 only) Full competency in Navy shipboard fiber optic methods and is currently, or has previously been, certified under NAVSEA Drawing 8477552B, which meets the requirements of NAVSEA Standard Item 009-123 and MIL-STD-1678.
• Must be able to supervise and direct a small installation team (3-10 personnel) with minimal guidance.
• Must be prepared to perform an unassisted thorough practical demonstration of skills that may include tool and part identification, mock assembly and testing.

SALARY RANGE:

$24.00 - $38.00 per hour

In determining compensation, various factors will be considered, including but not limited to, educational background; relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, market factors; and geographic location

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt

Req Number

ELE-26-00035

This position is currently accepting applications.