Navy NEC · Engineering
N53Z Low Pressure Electrolyzer (LPE) Maintainer
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Low Pressure Electrolyzer Maintainer performs required electrical maintenance on submarine Low Pressure Electrolyzers. The maintainer works on the electrolyzer equipment installed aboard submarines.
Core Skills
- electrical system maintenance
- electrolyzer troubleshooting
- circuit testing
- control panel repair
- power distribution
- preventive maintenance
- fault isolation
- electrical safety
- maintenance documentation
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- Circuit evaluation software
- Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
- Database software
Civilian Career Paths
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Facilities Management
- Environmental Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
- NFPA Certified Electrical Safety Worker
Career Growth
- Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
- ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Also Common
- CompTIA Network+
What the Work Involves
- Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
- Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
- Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
- Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects, such as loose connections or frayed wires.
- Install repaired equipment in various settings, such as industrial or military establishments.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
- Robotics Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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