Senior Level Automation Engineer

Sayres is a leader in defense support services to the DOD. Our 300+ program support experts empower our customers' senior leadership with long term planning and analytics, insightful decision making, and day-to-day operations. Headquartered in Washington, DC, Sayres has offices in California, Maine, and Alabama. Sayres and Associates has been providing excellence in service to the Federal Government since 2001.

Sayres is seeking an experienced SENIOR LEVEL AUTOMATION ENGINEER with a SECRET clearance, verifiable in DISS in Washington, DC with limited travel.

Responsibilities:

• Provide in-depth knowledge of commercial marine automation designs including Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) based logic control systems for marine propulsion, power management, auxiliary control, and integrated bridge systems. Perform review of failure mode effects analysis and dynamic response analysis submissions.

As a Mid-Level Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for providing expert knowledge in commercial marine automation designs, specifically focusing on Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) based logic control systems for marine propulsion, power management, auxiliary control, and integrated bridge systems, Your tasks will also include conducting reviews of failure mode effects analysis and dynamic response analysis submissions

• As a SR Automation Navy Engineer with a focus on shipbuilding, in addition to the responsibilities mentioned in the description, you may be assigned various other duties related to the automation and control systems for ships under construction or modernization

• Some of these additional duties may include: Collaborate with the shipbuilding team and naval architects to design and integrate automation systems for various shipboard functions, such as propulsion, electrical power distribution, auxiliary systems, and HVAC

• Ensure seamless integration of automation systems with other shipboard systems, including communication networks, navigation equipment, and safety systems Oversee the testing and commissioning of automation systems during the shipbuilding process, ensuring that all components function correctly and meet the required specifications

• Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise during the shipbuilding phase to identify and resolve issues related to automation and control systems

• Ensure that all automation systems on the ship comply with relevant industry standards, classification society requirements, and naval regulations

• Collaborate with the shipbuilding team to implement robust cybersecurity measures and safety protocols for automation systems, protecting the ship from potential cyber threats and ensuring the safety of personnel onboard

• Develop plans and procedures for the maintenance and lifecycle support of automation systems throughout the operational life of the ship

Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in marine automation technology and assess their suitability for incorporation into shipbuilding projects.

• Maintain detailed documentation of all automation system design, installation, testing, and commissioning activities for future reference and compliance purposes

• Provide training to shipyard personnel and crew members on the operation and maintenance of automation systems

• Collaborate with project managers to monitor and control costs and schedules related to automation system integration and commissioning

• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and shipbuilding teams to ensure seamless integration of automation systems with other ship systems

• Implement quality assurance processes to ensure that the automation systems meet the required standards and performance criteria

• Manage and assess changes to automation system design during the shipbuilding process, ensuring that all modifications are properly documented and validated.

• Work closely with automation system vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of components and adherence to technical specifications

These additional duties may vary depending on the specific shipbuilding project and the complexity of the automation systems involved

Required Qualifications:

• Secret Clearance verifiable in DISS.

• Bachelors of Science in Engineering.

• Chief engineers license.

• Experience with Navy procedures and Policies (DoD 5000 process).

• Experience communicating with SES/Flag level personnel.

• Supervisory experience.

• 10+ years Navy or commercial maritime control systems, Government technical management, or Industry business management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Engineering discipline.

• Professional Engineer License.

• 15+ years Navy program management, Government technical management, or Industry business management

• Experience with Foreign Military Sales.

• Experience with Military Sealift Command procedures and processes.

• Shipbuilding experience.

The position description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform position-related tasks other than those stated in this description. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

At Sayres, our employees enjoy an atmosphere conducive to realizing their potential through personal and professional development while simultaneously exceeding customers' expectations.

We offer a broad spectrum of technical, engineering and administrative services including acquisition, financial and program management; fleet synthetic training; logistics; ship construction engineering; systems engineering and integration; wargaming; test and evaluation; security, counterintelligence and policy analysis.

Sayres is headquartered in Washington, DC with offices throughout the United States and has a presence abroad.

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