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Commissioning Engineer

Trident Maritime Systems,
San Diego, CA Other
POSTED ON 5/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/29/2026

US Citizenship Required.

 

Summary

The Commissioning Engineer will commission the machinery software on the T-AO Program, including debugging, updates and constructive change.  They are expected to support aftermarket upgrades for MSC.   


Responsibilities 

 

  • Plan, carry out and document ship electrical/automation surveys (part of the pre-quotation phase).
  • Plan and take part in installation and commissioning of electrical, automation, remote control and IT systems in connection with onboard fluid machinery such as HVAC, combustion air & machinery ventilation, pumping- and compressor systems).
  • Program PLCs to meet customer functional specifications while in accordance with industry standards such as IEC 61131
  • Develop testing procedures for automation systems
  • Perform factory acceptance testing with customer and regulatory body in attendance
  • Interpret customer specifications and drawings as they apply to our scope of supply.

 

Qualifications

 

  • Ability to troubleshoot electrical control systems and equipment used in automation systems.
  • Knowledge and capability of debugging, troubleshooting and implement changes to PLC hardware/software and SCADA supervising systems.
  • Knowledge base in the use of industrial automation devices (i.e., sensors, switches, valves, motors, encoders, etc.)
  • Excellent electronic (email) communications skills.
  • Proficient Microsoft Office Suite skills.
  • Ability to travel to the ship, both at the shipyard and once in service.
  • Interpret customer specifications and drawings as they apply to automation equipment and related products.
  • Support Business Development with technical input and review into proposals for potential new business.
  • Interface with customers, sales and field installation services personnel.
  • Experience using AutoCAD or similar Electric CAD.
  • Familiarity with Regulatory bodies such as ABS, USCG, DNV, NEC, etc.

 

Education and/or Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer, Electrical or Electronic Control Engineering from an accredited university or college (Master’s level or higher preferred)
  • 5 years overall experience with relevant commissioning or engineering experience for Controls and Software automation.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to lift to 25 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment can vary.

Trident Maritime Systems is an EEO/AA employer that offers a comprehensive compensation package and opportunities for growth.

Offers of employment are contingent on and not considered finalized until the required background check and drug test has been performed and the results received and accessed.

 

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