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Serco · 11 hours ago

Marine Propulsion Controls Engineer - Washington, D.C.

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Serco is a leading provider of services to the U.S. military and is seeking a Marine Propulsion Controls Engineer to support the Navy's acquisition program. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, and upgrades of propulsion control systems for submarines, utilizing your expertise in automation and control systems.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide expert judgement and analysis for the design and integration of the automation and control systems based on the ships’ mechanical and electrical design

Troubleshoot and solve highly complex technical issues related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributive Control Systems, and Automation Systems in a timely manner

Communicate expertly researched resolutions to management

Be responsible for complex system development, specification trace packages, detailed engineering reports and system drawings

Be responsible for checking designs and drawings for accuracy and adherence to contract requirements

Establish relationships (liaise/coordinate) with other engineers, departments, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure projects are completed on time and to specifications

Qualification

PLC programmingAutomation control systemsElectrical theoryC/C++ programmingMATLABSimulinkSystem dynamicsMicrosoft Office SuiteTechnical writingCollaboration skills

Required

Ability to obtain and maintain an active or current Secret clearance

US Citizenship

A Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering or other Technical, Engineering, or Marine discipline from an ABET-accredited institution

5 years of experience in automation and controls in the shipbuilding industry or similar/related experience

1 year of configuration experience with sensors, switches, valve actuators, variable speed drives, and other field devices

A strong foundation and/or expertise/experience in electrical theory, control theory, system dynamics, mathematics used in control systems and automation principles

Ability to be articulate in both oral and written formats

Ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite of programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Ability to provide rigorous, responsive, technical acumen while retaining a collaborative and amiable approach

Ability to travel 10% of the time

Preferred

An active or current Secret clearance

Configuration, programming, installation, and test experience with PLCs, Human/Machine Interfaces (HMI), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems (SCADA)

Experience with programming languages like C/C++ and software tools such as MATLAB and Simulink

Experience with reviewing and developing technical data packages

Experience with the design, installation and troubleshooting of complex controls systems

Advanced knowledge of US navy propulsion systems and the associated controls systems

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract

401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds

Tuition reimbursement program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Employee Assistance Plan