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Electrical Engineer

Salary

$57,850 - $104,575 per year

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Description

Leidos | Gibbs and Cox is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support various programs. You will work with engineering and production teams to develop and produce cutting-edge solutions to challenging defence-related problems. This position reports to the Gibbs & Cox Electrical Engineering Department Manager and interfaces with Program Managers for various contracts. The salary range for this position is $57,850.00 - $104,575.00.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Perform calculations and apply electrical engineering principles to address technical issues in US Navy ships and other marine vessels.
  • Communicate technical principles directly to clients.
  • Conduct quality assurance reviews of simple analyses, calculations, and drawings.
  • Record and track action items and meeting minutes.
  • Create and manage meeting invites.
  • Review change proposals to ensure they meet necessary specifications and requirements.

Basic Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Must be able to obtain a security clearance.
  • B.S. Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Technical proficiency in electrical engineering disciplines.
  • Solid organisational and time management abilities.
  • Proven collaborator with management, peers, and other staff members.
  • Proven track record interacting with customers regarding technical and programmatic issues.
  • Flexible, resourceful, with a 'figure-it-out-and-get-it-done' approach.
  • Proficiency in standard electrical system design and analysis.
  • Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
  • Outstanding Oral, Written, and Presentation Skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Shipyard Production Systems, shipboard medium and low voltage power systems, 60 Hz and 400Hz electrical plant, and Power Conversion.
  • Proficiency in standard software e.g., CAD, AutoCAD, and Rhino.
  • Knowledge of MIL Standards and Specifications.
  • Experience with ETAP (Electrical Transient and Analysis Program) or equivalent software.
  • U.S. Navy experience.

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Shipyard Production Systems
  • Shipboard power systems
  • Power Conversion
  • CAD
  • AutoCAD
  • Rhino
  • MIL Standards
  • ETAP

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://leidos.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Newport-News-VA/Electrical-Engineer_R-00191400

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