Engineer III - Control Systems

Control Systems Engineer III
- Waterfront & Control Systems Support

We are seeking an experienced Control Systems Engineer III
- Waterfront & Control Systems Support to provide direct engineering support for United States Coast Guard (USCG) platforms, with a focus on machinery control systems and shipboard integration activities. This role emphasizes hands-on waterfront support, system troubleshooting, and technical documentation for critical assets including the USCGC POLAR STAR (WAGB-10). The engineer will work closely with shipyards, government stakeholders, and technical teams to ensure successful system operation, maintenance, and upgrades.

This position is contingent upon winning award.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site waterfront engineering support at civilian and military shipyards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with PLC-based machinery control systems onboard USCG vessels.
• Support installation, testing, and removal (rip-out) of control systems and associated hardware.
• Develop and execute test procedures to validate system functionality and performance.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including:
  • Test procedures
  • Installation and rip-out documentation
  • Technical manuals and system guides
• Serve as a liaison between shipyard personnel, engineering teams, and government representatives.
• Provide direct support for machinery control systems aboard USCGC POLAR STAR (WAGB-10).
• Assist in system upgrades, maintenance planning, and operational readiness activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable USCG and maritime engineering standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline from an accredited college or university
• 10+ years of professional experience as an engineer
• 5-7 years of experience testing and troubleshooting PLC-based machinery control systems
• 5-7 years of technical writing experience, including:
  • Test procedures
  • Installation and rip-out documentation
  • Technical manuals
• 3+ years of experience supporting machinery control systems for USCGC POLAR STAR (WAGB-10)
• 3+ years of experience working as a waterfront representative at civilian and/or military shipyards

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting U.S. Coast Guard cutters or naval vessels
• Familiarity with shipyard operations, overhaul cycles, and modernization efforts
• Experience with industrial control systems and maritime PLC environments
• Strong communication skills for coordinating across multiple stakeholders in high-tempo environments

The salary range for this position is between $113,000 -$136,000 annually, depending on experience.