Senior Electrical Engineer I - Marine Operations

Rocket Lab Corporation•Middle River, MD

5h•$108,800 - $149,600•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking an Electrical Engineer based out of Rocket Lab's Space Structures Complex in Middle River, Maryland. You will be responsible for the design, specification, analysis, and execution of power distribution, navigation systems, controls, and communications systems on our recovery vessel.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or marine engineering
3+ years of experience as an electrical engineer, preferably in the maritime industry, with exposure to large vessels and autonomous or automated vessel systems
Technical project management experience and the ability to liaise with external suppliers
Advanced understanding of systems design principles
Proficient in using EPLAN or comparable electrical CAD software for developing detailed schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts
Advanced ability to analyze systems, troubleshoot and solve problems, and select and source equipment

Nice To Haves

Project management experience in a fast-paced prototype environment
Detailed knowledge of Siemens NX or similar CAD and PLM packages.
Experience with hands-on projects, including the use of hand tools
Knowledge of modern industrial communication protocols and network layers, including experience with Modbus (RTU/TCP), Profibus, Ethernet, and serial interfaces (RS-232/RS-485) for control systems
Experience integrating marine components (hoists, thrusters, winches, radar, etc.)
Valid and current training certifications as an Electrical or Electronic Technician issued by a recognized authority.
At least two years of experience working on vessels of comparable size and mission duration, or in a similar industrial setting requiring equivalent qualifications and operational expertise.

Responsibilities

Serve as the electrical engineering technical expert within the Marine Operations team, enabling recovery and reusability of Neutron
Design critical electrical infrastructure, including schematics, layout, and routing for power, lighting, navigation, instrumentation, propulsion, and communications systems
Coordinate with other Rocket Lab engineers to ensure electrical systems are well integrated with the other vessel systems
Ensure all systems meet regulatory requirements (ABS, USCG, IEC, NFPA, FCC)
Conduct design reviews to ensure systems meet requirements, identify risks, resource needs, and schedule estimates
Work onboard the vessel during construction, ensuring build-out meets engineering specifications, and drive future modifications to enable more efficient mission execution
Collaborate with the marine engineering group for commissioning and sea-trials test planning
Troubleshoot and validate electrical systems during commissioning
Oversee the operation, sustainment, troubleshooting, and repair of critical electrical power and control systems
Build and manage electrical and electronic spares inventory and maintain minimum inventories of those onboard parts and components.