Electrical Engineer

About the Role

Noblis MSD supports the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWCPD) missions. This role will provide engineering, technical, logistics, and obsolescence support to U.S. Navy ships and vessels related to Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E) Propulsion Systems for U.S. Navy Surface Ships.

This role is based in Philadelphia, PA with a travel component of approximately 10-20%. Typical travel locations include Norfolk VA, San Diego CA, Mayport FL, and Seattle WA. Planned trips are 1-2 weeks in length; emergent trips may occur and are typically shorter.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide design support for equipment integration in an industrial/shipboard environment.
• Provide technical input to the design of future MCS systems.
• Develop, derive, and refine system and software requirements for future fielded systems.
• Troubleshoot complex problems of fielded systems (microprocessor and PLC-based systems).
• Review technical documentation related to fielded and future systems.
• Provide test support at Land Based Engineering Site (LBES).
• Provide shipboard SW & HW installation support during modernization availabilities.
• Develop test procedures to exercise requirements of fielded and future systems.
• Design, develop, test, install, and maintain MCS software and supporting software products.
• Identify and document software and system related problems.
• Resolve software problems through debugging, research, and investigation.
• Write, review, and maintain technical documentation such as user manuals and product specifications.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s level Degree in an Engineering Discipline.
• Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Engineering degrees are preferred; other degrees will be considered based on experience.
• 0-3 years of relevant professional experience. Recent graduates with applicable academic, internship, co-op, or other relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
• Ability to provide proof of degree completion (diploma or official transcript) prior to start date.
• Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to achieve DoD Secret clearance and US citizenship.
• Must possess a valid US passport or ability to obtain one upon position acceptance.
• Ability to travel 10-20% of the time.

Physical Requirements for Naval Industrial Environments

• Capable of standing and walking for extended periods, often on uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces.
• Ability to climb vertical ladders, stairs, and steep inclines while carrying tools or equipment.
• Ability to work in confined spaces with limited ventilation and restricted movement, including crawling through narrow passageways and working in overhead or below-deck areas.
• Sufficient manual dexterity and grip strength to operate hand and power tools, manipulate controls, and handle materials weighing up to fifty pounds regularly, with occasional lifting of heavier objects with assistance.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead repeatedly.
• Adequate vision for reading technical manuals, identifying color-coded systems, and detecting safety hazards.
• Hearing capability sufficient to perceive warning signals, alarms, and verbal communications in noisy environments, with or without hearing protection.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions including extreme temperatures, high humidity, direct sunlight, and exposure to weather elements.
• Stamina to work extended shifts and balance/coordination for stability on moving vessels.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations, including evacuating confined spaces and moving to emergency stations.

Reasonable accommodations may be available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures associated with industrial control systems.
• Proficiency in reading electrical diagrams.
• Proficiency in the use of test tools associated with industrial control systems.
• Proficiency in the use of diagnostic tools associated with industrial control system troubleshooting.
• Basic knowledge of network troubleshooting tools.
• Basic technical writing ability.
• Self-motivated and ability to complete tasks efficiently.
• Ability to communicate effectively within an integrated team environment.
• Experience with Rockwell, Siemens, or other PLC systems.
• Experience upgrading hardware platforms of Legacy Embedded Systems.
• Experience with Versa Module Eurocard (VME) systems.
• Knowledge of network protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP.
• Experience supporting and troubleshooting networked, IP-based systems.