The Philadelphia, PA office of Life Cycle Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer with experience in Programming and Database development/tracking to support the Steam/Diesel electrical power generation machinery control systems on US Navy  ships.  The selected candidate will be interfacing with program managers, engineers and logisticians, involving U.S. Navy civilian personnel, support contractors and industry representatives.

Job duties will include:

• Programming and Database Development/Tracking
• Working with  electronics (PLCs, Switchboards and Switches)
• Interfacing with OEMs and Vendors and prepping equipment for installation, testing and troubleshooting
• Participating in software evaluation reviews
• Apprising senior management with project status
• Generating specification requirements  for vendors/OEMs
• Acting as subject matter expert during offsite meetings

Requirements include:

Ø  3 - 5 years of programming experience (SQL, Visual Basic, Vizio, PLC, C++, GE Funuc, Woodward)

Ø  BS in Electrical Engineering or related degree

Ø  Experience w/ power generation systems or controls preferred

Ø  Experience with Navy shipboard controls systems definite plus

Ø  Strong ability in the use of Microsoft Access and Excel

Ø  Experience with industrial automation systems will be considered

Ø  Must be a team player and possess excellent communication and writing skills.

  The candidate must be a US citizen and be capable of obtaining a Secret D.O.D. security clearance.

Skills, Abilities & Traits • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Word and Excel software • Proficiency in Microsoft Project and general project management terms, standards and processes • High comfort level working with and around all military/organizational levels, clients, customers, suppliers and visitors • Ability to work as a team player and demonstrate personal initiative to complete the work of the team as a whole • Must be able to establish a professional rapport with all contract/project stakeholders • Must be sensitive to the professional expectations of the business, ensuring a positive interaction and impression for all stakeholders • Must be highly reliable and capable of meeting work schedule consistently Physical Demands & Expectations • Intermittent physical activity to include walking, climbing stairs, bending, reaching and standing; prolonged sitting is common for this role; occasional lifting may be required • Ability to speak, read, hear and write, with or without assistance • Ability to use phone and computer systems, copier, fax and other office equipment