Electrical Engineer III

Job Summary

The Electrical Engineer III performs advanced professional electrical engineering work in support of oceanographic research, autonomous marine systems, and emerging ocean technologies. The position is responsible for designing, developing, integrating, testing, and evaluating electrical and electronic systems for uncrewed and stationary ocean monitoring platforms. The incumbent analyzes electrical power systems, develops and evaluates embedded electronics and instrumentation, prepares test plans, and assesses system performance to support research and operational objectives. Working with a high degree of independent judgment, the position collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative engineering solutions and ensure the reliable operation of mission-critical marine systems.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Design, develop, and test electrical and electronic equipment, systems, and components.

2. Analyze the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity in uncrewed oceanographic equipment/vessels.

3. Analyze and recommend renewable energy sources for use in uncrewed oceanographic equipment/vessels.

4. Evaluate instrument capabilities based on mission requirements and make recommendations on instruments best suited for any specific study or test to be performed.

5. Integrate instruments into autonomous vehicles based on available space and power to maximize performance while limiting design modifications to avoid degradation of equipment performance.

6. Develop test plans and participate in test and evaluation of systems and vehicles and perform analysis of data collected.

7. Design Electronics & Embedded Systems used in uncrewed oceanographic equipment/vessels.

Utilize Computer Aided (CAD) design software, SOLIDWORKS experience is a plus.

8. Performs other duties as assigned.