Fincantieri Marine Group

Senior Electrical Engineer

Fincantieri Marine Group$95K — $115K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering or equivalent experience
  • 6 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering
  • Strong knowledge of marine electrical systems and shipbuilding regulations
  • Proficient in engineering software like AutoCAD and EPLAN
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor
  • Safety-conscious with adherence to ISO and OSHA policies

Responsibilities

  • Develop and issue electrical engineering deliverables, including calculations and technical documentation
  • Design and support marine electrical systems for construction and repair projects
  • Review electrical installations and troubleshoot field issues in the shipyard
  • Coordinate engineering activities with production, vendors, and project management
  • Assist with testing and commissioning of electrical systems

Benefits

  • Hands-on experience in a dynamic shipbuilding environment
  • Opportunity to lead technical projects and collaborate with various stakeholders
  • Potential for domestic travel, gaining diverse industry exposure
  • Work with a supportive team focused on continuous improvement
  • Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance in a professional setting
Full Job Description
Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding, a Fincantieri Marine Group company, is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer at our Sturgeon Bay, WI location.

Position Summary

The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for providing technical leadership and engineering expertise in support of vessel construction and repair projects. This position develops practical, cost-effective electrical engineering solutions while collaborating with engineering, production, project management, customers, vendors, and regulatory agencies to ensure successful project execution. The Senior Electrical Engineer provides both office-based design support and hands-on shipyard support to verify installations, resolve technical issues, and ensure electrical systems meet project requirements, quality standards, and applicable regulations.

Domestic travel may be required.

Essential Functions
  • Develop, review, and issue quality electrical engineering deliverables, including calculations, drawings, specifications, reports, engineering change notices (ECNs), and other technical documentation.
  • Design and support marine electrical systems for vessel construction and repair projects while ensuring compliance with project requirements, customer specifications, and applicable regulations.
  • Provide engineering support in the shipyard by reviewing electrical installations, verifying work accuracy, resolving field issues, answering production questions, and assisting with testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.
  • Coordinate assigned engineering activities with production, project management, vendors, and other engineering disciplines to support project schedules, budgets, and successful vessel delivery.
  • Other duties as assigned


Required Skills
  • Ability to develop, review, and interpret complex electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and other electrical engineering documentation.
  • Working knowledge of marine electrical systems, shipbuilding practices, and applicable rules and regulations including ABS, USCG, SOLAS, and associated regulatory agencies.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Cadmatic, ShipConstructor, EPLAN, ETAP, or similar engineering software, with experience supporting electrical design and analysis.
  • Must have strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills
  • Must have strong organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills
  • Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor
  • Must adhere to ISO and OSHA policies established by FMG and have high values for safety awareness


Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • 6 Years of experience required
  • Six Sigma or LEAN certification preferred


Competencies

Fincantieri's core competencies reflect our values and key behavioral expectations for all employees:
  • Open Mindset: Identify and solve problems, embrace change, and seek continuous learning
  • Strategic Leadership: Build trust, unity, and accountability while working toward shared goals
  • Accomplishment: Take ownership, deliver results, and ensure customer satisfaction
  • Social Connection: Collaborate, communicate, and value diversity and inclusion


Physical Demands and Work Environment
While performing job duties, the employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stand or walk; use hands and arms to grasp, reach and type; stoop or kneel; and speak or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. The position is primarily performed in a quiet, climate-controlled environment with minimal exposure to moving equipment, elements, or risk of injury. When entering the shipyard, there may be exposure to moving equipment, elements, or risk of injury.

Posting Disclaimer
This job description provides a summary of the work environment, knowledge, skill, ability, and physical demands required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Other duties may apply. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Fincantieri Marine Group

Fincantieri Marine Group is a shipbuilding company that specializes in the design and construction of naval vessels for the United States Navy and other customers. The company was founded in 1944 and is headquartered in Washington, D.C. Fincantieri Marine Group's products include surface combatants, amphibious ships, and auxiliary vessels. The company is a subsidiary of Fincantieri S.p.A., an Italian shipbuilding company.
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