Electrical Test Engineer A 1968

Unclassified - Pascagoula, MS

Full-time

Pascagoula, MS

About the position

The Electrical Test Engineer A position at Bollinger Mississippi Shipbuilding involves acting as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the administration of regulatory guidance and interpretation of ship specifications and contractual deliverables related to the construction and testing of Electrical Distribution Systems and Electrical Equipment. This role is critical in ensuring that all electrical systems meet the required standards and specifications before they are deployed on ships. The engineer will work closely with customers and government representatives to resolve any issues that arise during the development of test agendas and procedures for electrical distribution systems, which include generators and switchboards. In this position, the engineer will ensure quality sustainment of engineering products by utilizing their technical expertise to provide recommendations to both internal and external customers regarding the testing of shipboard systems and equipment. This includes reviewing drawings and changes, interpreting ship specifications accurately, and verifying vendor information to support functional testing requirements. The engineer will also serve as a witness during Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) to evaluate the functionality of designed products at the vendor's facility. Collaboration with the management team is essential to resolve any test-related issues promptly, ensuring that all systems are tested thoroughly and meet the necessary standards before installation on ships.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for regulatory guidance and interpretation of ship specifications.
• Work closely with customers and government representatives to resolve issues related to test agendas and procedures.
• Ensure quality sustainment of engineering products related to electrical distribution systems.
• Utilize technical expertise to provide recommendations to internal and external customers regarding testing of shipboard systems.
• Review drawings and changes, interpret ship specifications, and verify vendor information for functional testing requirements.
• Serve as a witness for Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) to evaluate product functionality at vendor facilities.
• Collaborate with the management team to resolve test-related issues in a timely manner.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering or related field.
• Strong engineering knowledge in shipboard systems and equipment, including operation and design.
• Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory rules and regulations.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all levels of employees and customers.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Strong organizational, communication (oral and written), and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to perform job duties independently and in a team environment.