About this role
POSITION SUMMARY
The Electrical Design Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of complex electrical systems for marine vessels and related facilities. This role manages engineering projects from concept through commissioning, provides technical leadership, and ensures that designs meet customer requirements, performance expectations, and applicable marine standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
· Lead the engineering and design of complex marine electrical systems for new construction, refit, and service projects.
· Design AC and DC power distribution systems, switchboards, generator controls, power management systems, motor controls, and integrated automation systems.
· Develop and review one-line diagrams, electrical schematics, panel layouts, cable schedules, wiring diagrams, and installation drawings.
· Perform load analysis, voltage-drop calculations, fault-current analysis, breaker coordination, and equipment sizing.
· Design and support Power Management Systems using DEIF, COMAP, Gensys, and related marine control platforms.
· Lead technical design reviews and collaborate with project managers, production teams, shipyards, vendors, and customers.
· Support installation, commissioning, sea trials, troubleshooting, system upgrades, and corrective engineering activities.
· Analyze system faults, identify root causes, and develop reliable technical solutions and design improvements.
· Maintain accurate engineering documentation, calculations, revisions, technical findings, and project records.
· Mentor junior engineering personnel and communicate professionally with customers, captains, vessel crews, and technical teams.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field.
· Minimum 5 years of electrical design engineering experience in marine, yacht, shipbuilding, power systems, or industrial automation.
· Strong knowledge of AC/DC power distribution, generator controls, switchboards, and integrated marine electrical systems.
· Experience producing and reviewing electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, panel layouts, cable schedules, and technical documentation.
· Proficiency with AutoCAD and the ability to interpret complex technical drawings and system documentation.
· Strong troubleshooting, analytical, project leadership, and customer communication skills.
· Ability to independently manage multiple engineering priorities and support field commissioning activities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Marine or mega-yacht electrical design experience strongly preferred.
· Experience with DEIF, COMAP, Gensys, Auto-Maskin, Northern Lights, or similar power management and generator-control platforms.
· Experience with EPLAN, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, distributed I/O, and marine automation systems.
· Knowledge of ABYC, NEC, IEC, USCG, ABS, DNV, and Lloyd's Register requirements.
· Experience supporting commissioning, sea trials, retrofits, upgrades, and root-cause investigations.
· Professional Engineer license or advanced marine engineering credentials are advantageous.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and related engineering systems.
COMPENSATION
$37 - $42 per hour DOE + overtime opportunities available.
SUCCESS IN THE FIRST 12 MONTHS
The Electrical Design Engineer is expected to independently lead assigned engineering projects, deliver accurate and complete design packages, support successful commissioning and sea trials, resolve complex technical issues, collaborate effectively with customers and project teams, and strengthen TESS's reputation for engineering excellence and reliable marine solutions.
WHY JOIN TESS?
· Established in 1984 with a proven track record of excellence.
· 12+ year average employee retention.
· Specialists in marine electrical, automation, engineering, and technical services.
· Collaborative, supportive, and growth-oriented engineering culture.
· Opportunity to build a long-term career leading advanced marine electrical and power management projects.
APPLY TODAY
If you are an experienced Electrical Design Engineer looking for a long-term opportunity in the marine industry, we want to hear from you.
tammy.howell@tesselec.com | 954.583.6262 x129 | www.tessllc.us