Electrical Technician

Position: Electrical Technician (Marine)
Job ID: 2786/3
Location: California, USA (plus worldwide travel)
Rate/Salary: Competitive DOE
Benefits: Travel allowance, accommodation when required, company benefits package
Type: Full-time, Permanent

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors – visit: www.hsbtechnical.com for a list of our vacancies. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The below job description will outline this position of: Electrical Technician (Marine)

Typically, this person will join an innovative marine technology company focused on high-performance electric propulsion. You’ll be responsible for installing, commissioning, and supporting electric and hybrid systems across a global customer base. This is a hands-on engineering role with a mix of electrical and mechanical tasks, as well as customer interaction and diagnostics.

HSB Technical’s client is an established and well-regarded business entity, pioneering sustainable marine power solutions.

Duties and responsibilities of the Electrical Technician (Marine)

• Commission, install, and validate electric/hybrid propulsion systems on marine vessels
• Manufacture custom wiring looms (LV and HV) from technical drawings
• Assist with mechanical/electrical modifications and system upgrades
• Troubleshoot and rectify electrical and mechanical faults in the field
• Review CAN data and take logs for the software team
• Produce clear documentation for assembly, installation, and troubleshooting
• Support customer-facing events and global product demonstrations
• Liaise with engineering teams remotely to resolve complex technical issues

Qualifications and requirements for the Service & Support Engineer:

• Qualified in a relevant electrical or electronic engineering discipline
• This would someone from a Marine, Aerospace or Automotive background
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding and installation skills
• Hands-on experience working with 12/24VDC and high-voltage systems (e.g., 400VDC)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Experience with CAN systems and data analysis
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Full driving licence and valid passport

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a marine environment
• Boat-handling qualifications
• Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.