Marine Mechanical and Electrical Engineer
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Job Location:
Chesapeake, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 87100 - 157450
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Join DLBA Naval Architects a division of Gibbs & Cox Inc. and now part of Leidos a leading firm in naval architecture marine engineering and small-craft design. We are seeking a Marine Engineer with hands-on design and construction experience in boat mechanical systems and marine electrical systems to join our team in Chesapeake VA. The ideal candidate will have shipyard and design experience and will deliver technical solutions on challenging fast-paced projects.
Why DLBA
- Work on a wide variety of projects from high-performance sportfishing boats to unique programs for clients such as DARPA.
- Collaborate with a technically respected team in the small-craft industry while enjoying the close-knit culture of a smaller group supported by the resources and stability of a larger organization.
- Continuous professional growth through engaging diverse projects.
Primary 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.
Basic Qualifications:
- 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 Qualifications:
- Shipyard or boatyard experience
- Professional Engineering License
- Professional certificates of competency in applicable CAD & engineering software
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Original Posting:
January 26 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $87100.00 - $157450.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Rhinoceros 3D
- System Design
- caterpillar
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Production Design
- Military Experience
- CAD
- Maintenance Management
- Project Engineering
- Autocad
- HVAC Design
- Microsoft Project
About Company
Leidos is an innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. Our 47,000 employees collaborate to create smarter technology solutions for customers in these critical markets.
