Construction Support Engineer - Propulsion Plant Fluids Systems

General Dynamics Corporation; Groton, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a Construction Support Engineer for Propulsion Plant Fluids Systems in Groton, CT. The role supports submarine propulsion systems and works with shipyard trades to ensure first-time quality during construction and test activities.

Primary location is Groton with potential travel to Quonset Point on a case-by-case basis. An experienced mentor will guide early-career engineers toward increasing technical and program responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related tech field required.
• 0–5 years of professional engineering experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Engage with trades to ensure on-time, first-time quality execution.
• Provide technical rationale for Government approval authorities on nonconformances.
• Support feasibility studies, engineering evaluations, and on-hull design changes.
• Collaborate with other engineering, work planning, and construction teams to improve processes.
• Learn from mentors and grow into greater technical and program responsibilities.

Skills

Strong communication

Self-motivation

Organized

Root-cause analysis tools

Education

BS in Engineering

Higher degree preferred

Tools

5Why

FMEA

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Construction Support Engineer - Propulsion Plant Fluids Systems

US-CT-Groton

Job ID: 2026-20835
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 5
Category: Engineering
EB Groton Shipyard

Overview

The Propulsion Plant Fluid Systems team plays a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of submarine propulsion systems. Candidates hired for this position will directly support critical deckplate operations, continuous improvement initiatives, and key facility infrastructure activities that enable firsttime quality and efficient construction of the Navys most advanced submarines.

The VIRGINIA Class Propulsion Plant Fluid Systems division consists of two groups: (1) Reactor Plant Fluid Systems and (2) Steam Plant Fluid Systems. Each group is dedicated to developing technical solutions and supporting construction and test activities at Electric Boats Groton shipyard, Quonset Point manufacturing facility, and Newport News Shipbuilding. The primary location for this position is at the Groton, CT shipyard, with potential, but infrequent, travel to Quonset Point, RI necessary on a case basis. As a Propulsion Plant Construction Support Engineer, candidates hired to this position will work handson with shipyard nuclear and non-nuclear Trades organizations, test groups, and technical authorities to resolve challenges, drive firsttime quality, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts that enhance manufacturability and reduce construction span time. An experienced mentor is assigned to each new engineer to provide on-the-job training and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Proactive engagement with pipefitters, welders, machinists, and Test organizations to anticipate issues, remove barriers, and ensure on time, first time quality execution of work.
• Development of sound technical rationale and recommendations for Government approval authorities (NNL, BPMI) and the Navy when addressing non conformances.
• Support feasibility studies, engineering evaluations, and on-hull implementation of design changes aimed at improving performance, acoustics, reliability, or producibility.
• Collaborate with other engineering organizations, work planning, and construction teams to streamline processes and enhance system build and test efficiency.
• Learn from experienced mentors and grow into increasing levels of technical and program responsibility.

Desired Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Selfmotivation, organization, and a questioning attitude
• Commitment to continuous learning in a handson, shipyardfocused environment
• Proficiency in root-cause analysis tools (5Why, FMEA, etc.)

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree (or higher) in Engineering or related technology field
• 0-5 years of professional engineering experience

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science degree (or higher) in Mechanical, Marine, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering
• 2-5 years of professional engineering experience or prior submarine operating experience
• Active DOD Secret clearance
• Prior Naval Nuclear Program experience

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General Dynamics Electric Boat is a recognized leader in the design, construction and lifecycle support of submarines for the United States Navy.