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Electrical Engineer – Marine Electric Propulsion
Location: Port Townsend, WA (On-site preferred, hybrid considered)
Employment Type: Part or Full-Time
About Powerflow Marine:
Powerflow Marine designs, builds, and integrates innovative electric propulsion systems for marine vessels, providing sustainable, high-performance alternatives to diesel engines. We offer cutting-edge solutions, including single motor, dual motor, series, and parallel hybrid motor configurations.
Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join our team and support the development, integration, and optimization of our marine electric propulsion systems. This role focuses on motor controller programming, electrical system design, NMEA 2000 network integration, and BMS management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Program and configure Sevcon motor controllers using DVT software.
- Configure customer order motor systems
- Initialize inventory motors, controllers, displays
- Develop and implement NMEA 2000 integration to monitor vessel data.
- Design and troubleshoot high-voltage electrical systems for marine applications.
- Assist in control logic development for hybrid propulsion systems.
Required Skills:
- Proficiency with Sevcon Gen4 controllers and DVT software.
- Knowledge of CAN bus communication protocols.
- Proficiency writing JavaScript programming
- Experience in marine electrical systems or similar industries.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Flexibility to learn Projektor software for display programming
- Software development experience (e.g., JavaScript).
- Hands-on experience with electric propulsion systems in marine or automotive applications.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a growing, innovative company leading the shift toward electric marine propulsion.
- Work on cutting-edge technology with opportunities to develop new systems and improve existing solutions.
- Enjoy a collaborative, supportive work environment focused on sustainability and performance.
How to Apply:
Complete application form here.
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