Electrical Assistant Manager

Key Responsibilities: Assisting the Electrical Manager in leading and supervising a team of electrical engineers, technicians, and support staff, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical expertise as needed.

Supporting the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of electrical systems on ships, including power generation, distribution, propulsion, and control systems.

Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including naval architects, marine engineers, and other stakeholders, to ensure the seamless integration of electrical systems into ship designs and compatibility with overall vessel requirements.

Participating in the development and implementation of electrical maintenance strategies, schedules, and procedures to ensure the reliability and availability of shipboard electrical systems.

Assisting in conducting regular inspections, tests, and audits of electrical equipment and systems to identify deficiencies, ensure compliance with regulations, and mitigate risks.

Providing technical support and assisting in troubleshooting efforts to resolve electrical issues, failures, and emergencies on board ships.

Assisting in managing procurement activities related to electrical components, equipment, and spare parts, ensuring timely availability and cost-effective solutions.

Supporting liaison efforts with classification societies, regulatory authorities, and other relevant organizations to ensure compliance with applicable rules, standards, and regulations.

Assisting in the implementation of energy management initiatives and efficiency improvement measures to optimize the performance and sustainability of electrical systems.

Supporting incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions related to electrical failures, accidents, or incidents on ships.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.

Additional certifications or specialized training in marine electrical systems are advantageous.

Relevant experience minimum 10 years in electrical engineering, preferably with exposure to marine with 4-6 years of shipboard systems.

Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to effectively support and collaborate with a diverse team of professionals.

Working knowledge of electrical principles, standards, and regulations applicable to marine environments (e.g., IEC, NEC, ABS, IMO). Familiarity with electrical design software, CAD tools, and simulation programs used in marine engineering (e.g., AutoCAD, ETAP, MATLAB) is desirable.

Basic understanding of project management principles and practices, with the ability to assist in budgeting and resource allocation for electrical projects on ships.

Effective communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information clearly and concisely to various stakeholders.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic and challenging environment, with a strong commitment to safety and quality.