Manufacturing Engineer – Electrical

The role

The Manufacturing Engineer – Electrical translates electrical system designs and wire connection data into detailed work instructions. This person plans equipment installation, wireway routing, and cable pulling strategies for autonomous surface vessels.

What you will do

• Develop work instructions for equipment foundation fabrication, installation, mounting, and alignment.
• Plan wireway and cable tray routing and support.
• Define penetration methods through decks and bulkheads using Roxtec or equivalent transit systems.
• Coordinate installation sequencing with structural and outfitting trades.
• Translate wire connection lists into a physical cable routing and installation strategy.
• Sequence cable pulls logically by run, zone, or system.
• Develop cable pulling and termination work packages.
• Ensure work instructions reflect ABS, USCG, and NAVSEA requirements.
• Support first-article pulls and terminations by walking the work with electricians and leads.
• Maintain documentation of installation and routing standards.

Required qualifications

• Hands-on experience in marine electrical trades (shipboard electrician, cable installer, electrical technician) or equivalent planning experience built on that trade background.
• Understanding of equipment foundation and installation practices, wireway/cable tray systems, and penetration/transit methods such as Roxtec.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, connection/cable lists, and one-line diagrams.
• Working knowledge of how ships are built, including unit/block construction and zone outfitting.
• Strong written communication skills to produce clear, unambiguous work instructions.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional standing and walking within the office
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally

Nice to have

• Experience in new construction shipbuilding; repair/overhaul experience also considered.
• Familiarity with cable pulling and termination methods (crimp, solder, mechanical lug).
• Experience with PLM/ERP systems and connection-list/database management tools.
• Familiarity with ABS, USCG, or NAVSEA requirements as they apply to electrical installation.
• Technical/trade school, associate's, or bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents
• Generous PTO and Holidays
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Equity options
• Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
• Free lunch benefit
• Unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Before you apply

• Requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status (U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, or certain protected classes of asylees and refugees).

About the company

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.