Description
DLBA Naval Architects, formerly Donald L. Blount and Associates, is a leading naval architecture and marine engineering firm, now a division of Leidos Gibbs & Cox.
As an Electrical Engineer, you will be embedded in a client team with US Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD) Code 83, Combatant Craft Division (CCD).
You will provide onsite support to CCD at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story.
In this position, you will perform electrical engineering design, analysis, research, and testing service for electrical systems on US Navy small craft (<300 ft).
Primary Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate and detailed engineering calculations using first principles hand calculations and devise approaches to challenges encountered.
- Assist client teams in the design of boats and craft.
- Collaborate with teammates to develop small craft design solutions.
- Complete engineering assignments accurately and on a timely basis utilizing standard engineering programs.
- Provide onsite electrical engineering service to US Navy Combatant Craft Division (Code 83) at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek – Fort Story.
- Prepare electrical plant load analyses (EPLA).
- Size and determine necessary power banks, generators, alternators, and other powering requirements.
- Design electrical subsystems, select system components, and coordinate with mechanical team members.
Basic Qualifications
- U.S. Citizenship
- Active DoD secret security clearance
- B.S. Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum 4 years electrical engineering experience
- Broad knowledge of marine electrical engineering and an in-depth knowledge of principles, practices and related technologies
- Knowledge of specifications and regulatory requirements (BS/RINA/LR/ISO/USCG/ABYC)
- Strong time management and organization skills as an independent contributor
- Demonstrated experience solving technical problems using first principles hand calculations and devising new approaches to challenges encountered.
- Proficiency in using industry-standard CAD software, including AutoCAD and Rhino
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills as a member of a collaborative multidisciplinary team
- Strong analytical skills, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent MS Office skills, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Preferred Qualifications
- Shipyard or boatyard experience
- Professional certificates of competency in applicable CAD & engineering software
The pay range for this job is $87,100.00 - $157,450.00.