• Machinery Controls Engineer

    Noblis (Philadelphia, PA)


    Responsibilities

    Noblis is looking for a **Machinery Controls Engineer** who’s excited to take on challenging, hands-on work in both lab and shipboard environments. If you have a passion for troubleshooting complex technical problems and supporting critical Navy systems, this role will put your skills to work where it matters most.

    What You’ll Do

    + Work with auxiliary machinery control systems, including PLCs, to support testing and troubleshooting.

    + Build and develop land-based test stands that replicate shipboard installations.

    + Write, review, and execute test plans and procedures.

    + Participate in shipboard inspections and system grooms.

    + Review and update technical documentation (including engineering plans).

    + Provide engineering support across design, installation, repair, modification, and operations.

    + Draft engineering change proposals with drawings, cost estimates, and maintenance/installation steps.

    + Oversee specialized testing, including shock, vibration, and EMI.

    Why Noblis MSD

    + Hybrid role with local flexibility—be part of our Philadelphia-based team while supporting shipyard operations.

    + Overtime pay eligibility for business travel.

    + The chance to directly support the U.S. Navy and contribute to mission-critical systems.

    + A collaborative team environment where your expertise drives real impact.

    Required Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Engineering **OR** a High School Diploma with 7+ years of experience in lieu of degree

    + Hands-on experience writing and executing test procedures.

    + Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

    + Willingness to travel up to 25%.

    + Background in Navy shipboard systems, commercial power plants, water treatment facilities, or similar fields is highly valued.

    + U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain (or hold) a DoD Secret clearance.

    Desired Qualifications

    + Fairmount Automation / Rockwell Controls experience is desired.

    + Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

    + Ability to read and understand technical documentation

     

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    Overview

     

    Noblis (http://www.noblis.org/) and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI , and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us (https://careers.noblis.org/about-noblis/)

     

    Why work at a Noblis company?

     

    Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards (http://www.noblis.org/about/Awards/) . Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.

     

    * _Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements_

     

    Commitment to Non-Discrimination

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

     

    If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us (https://careers.noblis.org/contact-us/) .

     

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    Total Rewards

     

    At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits (https://careers.noblis.org/benefits/) page on our Careers (https://careers.noblis.org/) site.

     

    Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

     

    Posted Salary Range

     

    USD $63,600.00 - USD $99,450.00 /Yr.