PA, Philadelphia - Engineering Technician III

QED Systems • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Q.E.D. SYSTEMS, INC., a local marine engineering firm, is hiring full-time Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Technicians to provide Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E) system support services. Work includes creating or revising maintenance sketches, redlining drawings for Ship Change design or installation, and developing testing or maintenance procedures in accordance with Navy standards.

Technicians support testing of U.S. Navy HM&E components and systems, perform shipchecks, prepare system specifications and design drawings, develop 2D drawings and 3D models, perform engineering calculations, and revise HM&E logistics documentation. They also provide technical expertise to teams assessing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing shipboard equipment. The role may involve travel up to 30% of the time and requires the candidate to possess or be able to obtain at least a Secret Government security clearance. Drug screening is required before hiring, and candidates must be U.S. citizens.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in the technician's area of expertise.
• Basic understanding of U.S. Navy HM&E systems, electronics systems, combat systems, or marine systems.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Must currently possess or be able to obtain at least a Secret Government security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Drug screening is required before hiring.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with EQT shock, vibration, and Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) testing.
• Experience with Fire Detection and Damage Control equipment.
• Military or marine industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Support testing for U.S. Navy Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E) components.
• Develop test procedures and functional test systems, witness testing, and prepare test reports.
• Perform shipchecks and prepare system specifications and design drawings for new installations and modifications to existing HM&E systems and components.
• Read, interpret, and troubleshoot HM&E systems using Ship Installation Drawings (SIDs), including structural and arrangement drawings, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Develop 2D drawings and 3D models of electrical diagrams, new and modified mechanical components, and equipment foundations.
• Perform calculations such as fluid resistance of piping systems, stress analysis of mechanical components and foundations, and weight and center of gravity calculations.
• Revise and prepare HM&E logistics documentation, including Technical Manuals, Maintenance Requirements Cards (MRCs), and parts lists.
• Provide subject matter expertise to equipment technical assistance teams assessing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing shipboard equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED