Commissioning Engineer

Trident Maritime Systems

Commissioning Engineer responsible for commissioning software and hardware for maritime machinery systems. Supporting aftermarket upgrades while ensuring compliance with industry standards in San Diego, CA.

Posted 5/29/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Commission the machinery software on the T-AO Program, including debugging, updates and constructive change.
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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

US Citizenship Required
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.
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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive compensation package

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Hard Skills & Tools

PLC programmingSCADA systemsdebuggingtroubleshootingfactory acceptance testingtesting procedures developmentautomation systemselectrical control systemsindustrial automation devicesHVAC systems

Soft Skills

communication skillscustomer interfacetechnical inputteam collaborationorganizational skills

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Electronic Control Engineering