Ockerman Automation specializes in applying a holistic design methodology and approach to the construction, system integration, and evaluation of the most advanced hybrid and electric vessels. To accomplish this, Ockerman has brought together an experienced team in Newport News, VA that specializes in Automation, Marine Engineering, and Naval Architecture, all under a single roof.
Ockerman Automation has been providing the industry with electrical engineering, automation, programming, design, manufacturing, and integration for many years. Today these capabilities continue with the added focus in hybrid and electric vessels. A team of electrical engineers, designers, and programmers work to develop bridge consoles, power distribution systems, and hybrid and electric propulsion systems.
Ockerman Automation has put together a team of marine, mechanical, and electrical engineers that have a broad range of experience designing and integrating various technologies and systems on-board marine vessels. This includes working with vendors and yards to specify and install electric-drive systems, energy storage systems, and their coinciding support systems into new build and refit projects. Our marine engineers also provide support to more traditional marine engineering projects such as machinery arrangements, auxiliary systems design, propulsion and steering system design and mechanical system design.
Ockerman Automation’s team of Naval Architects focus on weight estimation, stability, structure, hydrodynamic design, speed and power predictions, and energy storage sizing. This includes model test programs, sea trials, and inclining experiments. The Naval Architects work closely with the Automation team to optimize ESS packaging and integration.
