Leidos · 2 days ago
Marine Mechanical and Electrical Engineer
Chesapeake, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$87K/yr - $157K/yr
5+ years expLeidos is a leading firm in naval architecture, marine engineering, and small-craft design. They are seeking a Marine Engineer with hands-on design and construction experience in boat mechanical systems and marine electrical systems to deliver technical solutions on challenging projects.
ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide marine engineering design expertise for high-speed and small craft throughout the design lifecycle — concept through detailed design for production
Independently develop technical specifications, analysis reports, and calculations, and create designs that meet client and regulatory requirements (ABS, RINA, LR, ISO, USCG)
Domains of technical focus include:
Rudder and steering gear
Propulsion driveline
Heating ventilation & cooling (HVAC), including machinery ventilation
Bilge, ballast, & fire main fluid systems
Fuel supply and transfer systems
Seawater cooling systems
Anchoring & mooring
Hydraulic fluid power systems
12/24 VDC marine electrical
Single phase and 3-phase low voltage AC marine electrical
Mentor junior staff
Perform quality-control reviews of calculations and drawings prepared by peers
Communicate technical attributes to marine designers for CAD 3D models and production drawings
Prepare status updates, technical reports, high-level briefings, proposals, specifications, and cost estimates in response to client requests
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship
Eligible for Secret DoD security clearance
B.S. Degree or higher in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field
5+ years experience in marine engineering design
Broad knowledge of marine engineering principles and practices, with deep expertise relevant to small craft and high-speed vessels
Knowledge of marine electrical engineering, including ability to prepare electric plant load analysis (EPLA), cable schedule, one-line diagram, and electrical bill of material
Strong familiarity with regulatory requirements (ABS/RINA/LR/ISO/USCG/ABYC)
Experience developing calculations and drawings for Class and Flag review and approval
Strong time management and organization skills as an independent contributor
Demonstrated ability to solve technical problems using first principles hand calculations
Proficiency in using industry-standard CAD software, including AutoCAD and Rhino
Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills
Proficient with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Preferred
Shipyard or boatyard experience
Professional Engineering License
Professional certificates of competency in applicable CAD & engineering software
Company
Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
Theodore Tanner
Chief Technology Officer
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