Diesel Mechanic

Position Summary:

As an Diesel Mechanic, you will provide technical support for working in material condition assessment, corrective maintenance, fault diagnostics, recommendations, testing, and process improvement to Southwest Regional Maintenance Center for the repair of Navy ship diesel engines. This position will be under limited supervision.

Clearance Required:

• Must be a US Citizen with an Active Secret Clearance
  
  

Essential Functions And Responsibilities:

• Reviews or prepares Process Control Procedures (PCPs) for diesel engine work.
• Briefs ships' crew and managers on the status of assigned tasks and/or repairs.
• Provides on-the-job training to ship crews when conducting maintenance and/or critical repairs.
• Use technical knowledge and experience to troubleshoot faults and casualties on various diesel engines and associated auxiliary equipment and systems.
• Assist in identifying causes of equipment/system failure at the component level.
• Provides technical assistance and on-the-job training to active duty and other government personnel relative to the operation, maintenance, grooming, overhaul, and repair of diesel engines.
• Work from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions
• Perform non-routine assignments involving relatively limited scope through larger, more diverse repairs.
• Perform tests to evaluate engine and/or component performance in accordance with technical guidance utilizing specified tool and/or of instruments.
• Analyzes test results, prepare reports on findings and provide recommendations.
• Performs complex operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment.
• Gathers and maintains specified records of engineering data such as tests, drawings, etc.
  
  

Required Education, Skills, And Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 4 years of related experience with shipboard systems and associated systems.
• Strong technical comprehension with the ability to read and interpret manuals and standards.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Formal training in diesel engine operation, maintenance & diagnostics from any of the following Navy Diesel Engine Training Courses or Original Equipment Manufacturer schools relevant to:
• Colt Pielstick, Model PC 2.5
• Colt Pielstick, Model PA6B STC
• Caterpillar, Model 3512B
• General Motors, Model EMD 645E
• American Locomotive (ALCO), Model 251-C
• Isotta-Fraschini, Model 36SS6V
• MTU, Model 20V 8000 M90
• Caterpillar, Model 3608
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related technical applications.
• Experience with Formal Work Procedures (FWPs) and Controlled Work Procedures (CWPs) IAW JFFM may be substituted for PCP experience.
• Knowledge of 3M

Preferred Education, Skills, and Experience:

• Navy NEC: 733B, U13A, U24A, U25A, U26A.
• Knowledgeable in Navy QA and Planning procedures
• Knowledgeable in Navy Quality assurance practices and Joint Fleet.
• Maintenance Manual (JFMM) chapters relating to maintenance of diesel engines.
  
  

Essential Functions And Responsibilities:

• OSHA 10
• CPR
  
  

Physical Demands And Expectations:

• Regular physical activity, including walking, climbing stairs, and standing; frequent periods of prolonged sitting may be required.
• Ability to work in an industrial shipboard/shipyard environment, climb shipboard ladders and wear all required safety equipment.
• Able to lift (up to 50lb), carry, and transport heavy equipment and materials required for the job.
• Maneuvering around tight spaces in a shipboard environment
• Ability to speak, read, hear, and write, with or without assistance.
• Ability to use phone and computer systems, copier, fax, and other office equipment.
  
  

This position description re present s a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined job. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should immediately be addressed to the department manager or to Human Resources.

LIFE CYCLE ENGINEERING

Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is a privately held, employee-owned company with an emphasis on "doing the right thing the right way , which applies to the way we treat our customers and employees. We are proud to have been recognized as a "Best Place to Work in Engineering and in many states and local communities in which we work! Learn more below and at (url removed) .

Mission

Our mission is to enable people and organizations to achieve their full potential.

As a professional services organization, our mission is focused on our clients' people and organizations. It is our company's cornerstone belief that we will not lead the industry in assisting our clients unless we excel at helping our own people and teams reach their full potential.

Culture

Our corporate culture encourages personal and professional growth because LCE's success depends on the talent, innovation, professionalism, and commitment of its employees. LCE is a strengths-based organization focused on turning individual talents into strengths and then turning individual strengths into organizational performance that supports our clients' success.

Benefits

• Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Plans for employees and their families
• Free Employee Life and Disability Insurance, with supplemental coverage options available
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account options
• Company matched 401(k) & company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Paid Vacation, Vacation, Sick Leave
• Continuing Education and Professional Development programs at all levels
• Flexible Schedules and Relaxed Dress Code
• Employer-sponsored events, social collaboration, and open communication
• Free access to an extensive online training library, including certification prep
• Bonus Program for outstanding contributions, Employee Referral Program, numerous Recognition Opportunities, and more...
  
  

*Benefits may vary by business unit and location.

Life Cycle Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, application for or service in the military or status as a disabled veteran or veteran, because of or on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, and any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.