Austal USA
Aerospace & DefenseDirect Workday career site

Electrical Engineer II

Location
Mobile, AL · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Senior
Experience
2+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Listed
30 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • DoD clearance
  • power distribution
  • motor controllers
  • variable frequency drives
  • IEEE standards
  • NEC

Also useful

  • AutoCAD
  • FEA
  • FEMAP
  • NASTRAN
  • ABS rules

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering degree Working knowledge of power distribution, motor controllers, variable frequency drives, lighting systems, and communication systems Working knowledge or familiarity of IEEE standards, ABS rules, IEC standards, SOLAS, Military Specifications, and/or NEC ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES: All candidates must meet Austal USA's basic employment eligibility guidelines: The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities.

18 years of age or older at time of application Able to provide proof of US Person Status No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date Willing to submit to a drug screen Willing to submit to a background check T O O L S: Computer - MS Office, AutoCAD DIRECTION EXERCISED: M a y l e ad an d d i r e c t th e w or k o f E n g i ne e r s I, D e si g ner s a nd D r a f t s per s o n s M a y d e t er m i n e t e c h n i c a l a de q u a cy o f dra wi n gs an d c a l c u l at i o n s DISCRETION EXERCISED: M a y p r o v i d e i npu t t o e v a l u a t i on s o f E n g i ne e r s I, D e s i gner s an d D r a f t s per s o n s LIAISES WITH: E ng i neer s, P ro d u c t i o n P er s on n e l, C u s t o m er, R e gu l a t o r y B od i e s, P ro g r a m M a n a ge m e n t a n d E qu i p m e n t S u p p li er s WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly exposed to humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud, + 90 dB.

SAFETY Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks. Equal Employment Commitment Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance:.

About Austal USA

Austal USA is recognized for its advancements in naval ship design and construction, presenting distinctive opportunities for team members to participate in influential initiatives shaping the maritime sector now and in the future.

With a heritage rooted in innovation, Austal USA has been instrumental in propelling naval technology forward through sophisticated design, engineering, and delivery of Littoral Combat Ships (LCS), Expeditionary Fast Transport (EPF) to the recently awarded Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC), Expeditionary Medical Ship (EMS), and the T-AGOS ocean surveillance vessels.

What sets Austal USA apart is our commitment to innovation and our dedication to building the best ships for the United States Navy and the United States Coast Guard. We actively cultivate a culture fueled by intellectual curiosity and diverse perspectives, where every team member is integral to delivering cutting-edge solutions.

REPORTS TO: C h i e f D e p ar tm e n t E ng i nee r & Pr o j e c t D epar t m en t E n g i n e er SUPERVISES: E ng i n e e r I, D e s i gner s an d D r a f t s per s o n s DUTIES / R E SP O N S I B I L I TI ES: Responsible for moderately complex design calculations and drawing development for the construction, maintenance, and repair of maritime vessels and shipboard systems including structural, propulsion, electrical, and hydraulic mechanics.

Complies with Austal's employee handbook general guidelines, company procedures and policies. QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE: General: 2 to 6 years of relevant engineering experience in the manufacturing, construction (or similar) industry, shipbuilding industry preferred E xc e l l en t w r i t t e n a n d o r a l c om m u n ic at i o n skil l s Possesses leadership skills, Ability to help grow company culture.

Capable of training and developing level 1 engineers U n der s ta n d i n g o f sc h e du l i n g a n d a n ab il i t y to a d h e r e t o s tr i c t d ead l i n e s Ability to interact with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers.

Proficient in the use of AutoCAD, and MS Office products Preferred: Experienced in Steel and Aluminum Ship Construction Working knowledge of ship and propulsion systems Working knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.)

Working knowledge of modular construction methods Working knowledge in design and construction of US Navy vessels Working knowledge of shock design Experience or knowledge of FEA methods, FEMAP / NASTRAN Working knowledge of composite shafting Electrical Engineer Specific

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