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Original posting from Oceaneering via Indeed
Are you passionate about solving complex problems? Join our dynamic team as a Facility Electrical Engineer and become a vital contributor to support NASA as an Oceaneering Teammate on the JSC Engineering, Technology, and Science (JETS) II contract. As an integral part of our organization, you'll play a crucial role in the Electrical Data and Controls section in the Operations and Test Department on the NASA JSC Engineering, Technology and Science II (JETS II) Contract .
This role will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of human spaceflight and deep space exploration programs. Your contributions will ensure that our services not only meet - but outperform all standards and expectations. As a Facility Electrical Engineer , you'll find yourself at the forefront of innovation, collaborating with a passionate team who shares your dedication to excellence. If you're seeking to immerse yourself in an environment where your skills and expertise will make a genuine impact, we invite you to join our team!
We are seeking someone with a keen eye for detail, a strong commitment to owning their work, and providing superior quality. You should be a person who thrives in a diverse environment and who is comfortable communicating at all levels of the organization. To be successful in this role, you should have a sense of genuine, engaging curiosity, and a desire for growth and continuous learning.
Someone in this role would typically have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and related experience. This position can be hired at any level in our professional career framework, depending on business need at the time of hire.
**International travel may be required. Possible straight time overtime and a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off) **
Required
- Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with related experience
- U.S. Citizenship (required for access to NASA facilities and government work).
- Demonstrated experience with:
- Troubleshooting of electrical and instrumentation systems
- Electrical wiring schematics and control panel design
- Test facility or laboratory environment work
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- 0 to 5 years of professional experience in electrical engineering, controls engineering, test engineering, or related fields.
- Design, programming and implementation of PLC control systems (e.g. Allen-Bradley).
- Experience with HMI design and operator interface development
- Development of safety interlocks and automated controls for vacuum systems, fluid systems, or environmental test facilities.
- Experience with data acquisition tools (LabVIEW, Python, fiber-optic sensors, flow/pressure measurement).
- Background supporting aerospace, research laboratories, or environmental simulation facilities.
- Experience designing and validating electrical systems for high-reliability or hazardous test environments.
- Familiarity with power electronics, power distribution, or spacecraft ‑ relevant electrical systems.
Proficiency in test procedure writing, testing documentation, and formal system checkout.
Proof of U.S. Citizenship is a requirement for this position.
Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.
Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions
Job tasks are performed in close physical proximity to other people
This position can be hired at any level in our professional career framework, depending on business need at the time of hire.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.
As a Facility Electrical Engineer this work may include:
- Design, build, and troubleshoot electrical and control systems for ground test facilities, including power distribution, instrumentation, safety interlocks, and data acquisition systems.
- Develop PLC- and HMI-based control architectures for automated test operations, vacuum systems, fluid loops, thermal systems, environmental chambers, or life ‑ support test rigs.
- Produce engineering documentation including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and test procedures in compliance with NASA and JSC safety standards.
- Integrate sensors, instrumentation, and data acquisition hardware for facility monitoring and test-article evaluation.
- Support end ‑ to ‑ end system checkout, functional testing, verification/validation, and facility readiness activities.
- Troubleshoot facility components such as pumps, valves, relays, pressure/temperature instrumentation, and power electronics elements.
- Collaborate closely with mechanical, thermal, power, and test engineering
Source: Oceaneering careers (Indeed)