Engineering Technician II

INDUS Technology, Inc.•Norfolk, VA

About The Position

The Engineering Technician II provides technical support for shipboard maintenance, repair, and modernization activities for a federal customer. The role conducts ship checks, field investigations, technical inspections, and engineering assessments to evaluate existing conditions, identify deficiencies, and develop solutions for shipboard systems and equipment. Work includes technical documentation, work planning, quality assurance, and coordination with engineering and maintenance personnel. The technician also plans, develops, implements, and manages repair and construction projects, including scope development, cost estimating, design concepts, technical requirements, contract preparation, project administration, and technical specifications. The role may include installing, repairing, modifying, and opening locking mechanisms such as safes, vaults, and high-security locks, and establishing keying systems aboard Navy vessels. Bid and proposal support may be requested.

Requirements

Active secret clearance is required for consideration.
High school diploma or GED.
At least eight years of full-time, hands-on technical experience in assembly, overhaul, repair, modification, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of shipboard systems and equipment.
Thorough understanding of the Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM), particularly planning and in-process maintenance activities.
Practical knowledge of Automated Work Request (AWR) preparation, including structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering concepts, practices, regulations, policies, methods, and techniques.
General knowledge of Navy work package procedures, blueprint reading, engineering drawings, and ship technical manuals to verify part numbers, material requirements, and technical characteristics for ship maintenance and repair.
Working knowledge of computer hardware and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Access, and PowerPoint; demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to analyze technical procedures and methods, prepare written reports, conduct technical studies, and develop sound recommendations.
Basic computer literacy and data-entry skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
Strong time-management skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Responsibilities

Conduct field and ship checks in accordance with Planning Standard Operating Procedures, using required personal protective equipment, ship check forms, and stop work forms.
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues involving shipboard Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E), piping, and structural systems; evaluate component, assembly, and system performance.
Review engineering drawings, technical reports, material requests, and related documentation for technical accuracy and procedural compliance.
Measure and document installation requirements, including equipment layouts, cable and piping distances, dimensions, and specifications; prepare master sketches of proposed installations.
Maintain technical records of schematics, installed equipment, operational issues, resources used, and corrective actions.
Prepare inspection reports documenting deficiencies, specification deviations, and original estimates; assemble technical documentation packages and drawing sets for review and approval.
Collaborate with engineering staff and maintenance personnel to resolve technical and operational issues, maintain objective quality evidence, and support Continuous Process Improvement.
Maintain job status records, trackers, and visual aids; review program and schedule boards, identify scheduling conflicts, and coordinate adjustments.
Coordinate with shop foremen, Subject Matter Experts, planner estimators, material coordinators, military and civilian engineering personnel, and customers to resolve technical issues, obtain information, and communicate project requirements and delays.
Prepare post-brief reports identifying outstanding work and coordinate with Planners to resolve open items.
Review automated reports and correct inaccurate, incomplete, or missing information.
Prepare and interpret technical specifications, including calculations involving weights, volumes, and stress factors.
Set up and operate standard and specialized testing equipment, including vernier calipers, micrometers, hydrostatic testers, and vibration analyzers; review installation and quality assurance documentation.
Participate in technical training and continuing education to maintain knowledge of naval ship systems.
Plan, develop, implement, and manage repair and construction projects, including scope development, cost estimating, design concepts, technical requirements, contract preparation, project administration, and preparation of technical specifications.
Install, repair, modify, and open locking mechanisms, including safes, vaults, and high-security locks, and establish keying systems aboard Navy vessels.
Provide bid and proposal support if requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.