MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented
Mechanical Engineer to join our team in
San Diego, CA. This is an
onsite position.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
- Conducting detailed site surveys and field validations of watercraft and equipment to assess network environments and document current configurations
- Performing required communication equipment integration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of shipboard electronic and mechanical equipment
- Working alongside engineers to design, build, and test solutions to a variety of technical problems related to Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) technologies
- Documenting installation procedures and updating technical manuals, including drawing deviations and engineering change proposals
- Collaborating with management, internal teams, and government stakeholders to navigate the technical review and approval process for all system installs
- Recommending and implementing process and policy improvements to enhance system throughput, operability, and total ownership cost
- Travel is up to 25%; most likely travel locations are Port Hueneme, CA and Norfolk, VA but could also include travel underway on a ship for testing and training
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s level degree in engineering discipline
- 3+ years of experience in mechanical engineering projects or services
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with UNREP or other Navy machinery
- Experience in industrial marine environment can be substituted for Navy experience
- Familiarity with Shipyard and NAVSEA installation requirements and supporting documentation
- Proficiency with reading and interpreting ship schematics, wiring lists, and technical manuals
- Experience working with Control Systems and/or Variable Frequency Drives
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, Solidworks, and AutoCAD
Clearance Requirements
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs, planks, or galleyways and work in confined spaces.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment (computers, printers, etc.).
- Capability to go onboard ships and work in an industrial and operational environment.
- Ability to climb ladders and go through scuttles onboard vessels. Occasional movement around the office to access files and equipment.
