Electrical Engineer

ENGINEER ELECTRICAL 5

Location:
Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Jul 20, 2026

Req ID: 48527
Team: O48 CRANE ENGR&QLTY
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding


US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes


Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework


Travel Requirements: No


Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start


Salary Range: $150,000.00 to $185,000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII's Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25,000 employees - including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders - HII's Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We're the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

Researches, develops, designs, and tests electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks. Designs electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes.

This position is with the Crane Engineering and Quality Engineering group overseeing certification and repairs of bridge, gantry, whirler, and mobile cranes . The primary responsibility will be developing and issuing technical directions after thorough on-site troubleshooting and evaluations. Some circuit design may be required. Individual will be required to work closely with maintenance departments. This position requires occasional on-call duty, infrequent shift rotation, or weekend work as determined by the program

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 14 years of relevant exempt experience; Master's Degree and 12 years of relevant professional experience; Ph.D. and 9 years of experience.


Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.

Nice to Have

• Climbing and working at heights is common.
• Candidate should have significant electrical engineering experience with electrical system design, maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial equipment and/or crane/lifting and handling equipment.
• Supports crane breakdown response and certification cycles.
• Experience with VFD driven motors and radio controls for both AC & DC systems.
• Preferred proficiency in PLC programming, Auto CAD, and relevant electrical engineering software.
• Preferred to have knowledge of electrical codes, standard, and regulations.
• Self-motivated with strong leadership, effective communication, and computer skills are essential.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with a focus on efficiency and reliability.
• Strong project management, collaboration, and organizational skills are preferred.
• Candidates may need the ability to be attain a security clearance and be TLD qualified.

Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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