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ENGINEER ELECTRICAL 2
Location:
Newport News, Virginia, United States
Date: Jun 5, 2026
Req ID: 47367
Team: O41 PLANT ENGR
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework
Travel Requirement: No
Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start
Meet HII's Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25,000 employees - including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders - HII's Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We're the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.
The Role
Researches, develops, designs, and tests electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks. Designs electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes.
This Electrical Engineering position requires electrical engineering skills to provide technical support for NNS low voltage electrical and controls systems. Engineer is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of control systems, software for complex equipment and machinery, utility and power distribution infrastructure, building operating systems, network communication systems, and submarines delivery/transportation systems.
Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues within assigned system(s)
• Provide technical direction to maintenance personnel and controls technician team to support routine and non-routine equipment repair work
• Produce and maintain configuration control for technical documentation that govern the system design, configuration, and operation of NNS systems
• Participate in project design and implementation process for system related projects
• Develop a long-range strategic plan for improvements of assigned systems and equipment
• Develop and maintain critical system metrics
• Oversee project/system testing to ensure system meets technical requirements and operates at peak performance

Additional areas of responsibility may include but not limited to:
• Candidate preferred to have some electrical engineering experience with electrical infrastructure, and low voltage power distribution.
• Candidate preferred to have some electrical engineering experience with controls, ladder logic, programming and integration of robotic automation.
• Candidate preferred to have experience in development, troubleshooting, and repairing communication networks. Knowledge of ANSI/TIA standards.
• Position will develop experience in electrical field engineering, technical support, reviewing vendor technical product data, system design and configuration management
• Position will develop experience in development of one-line diagrams; transformer sizing; MCC layout; conduit and cable sizing; and knowledge of NEC, arc flash analysis, coordination studies, and energy analysis.
• Responsibilities will include directing work assignments of engineering service providers and contractors to design and construct shipyard facilities and equipment in a safe manner for production use.
• Strong project management, communication, organizational and computer skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and be a part of cross-functional teams in accomplishment of complex tasks is required.
• Ability to address technical, quality and business aspects of a project is essential.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks on schedule and within budget is required.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of relevant exempt experience;
Master's Degree and 0 year of relevant professional experience
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Nice to Have
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or Mechatronics is preferred
Knowledge and experience with:
PLC programming and logic development (various programming languages)
Robotics/machine automation
Human Machine Interfaces (HMI)
Network Communication Protocols
Relay interfaces
Technical aptitude and understanding of both electrical and mechanical components and how they work together as a system
Development and/or interpretation of electrical, mechanical and controls schematics
Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.