Entry Level Structural Engineer

General Dynamics Electric Boat; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in North Kingstown, RI seeks a Civil/Mechanical engineer to support VPM construction with hands-on design and production tasks, developing lifting fixtures, handling arrangements, drawings and build strategies in collaboration with production teams. The role emphasizes problem solving, risk mitigation and tooling design in a state-of-the-art submarine facility.

A BS in engineering, ability to obtain security clearance, and 0–4 years of post-graduate experience are

Qualifications

• BS in Civil (Structural) Engineering or Mechanical Engineering; ability to obtain security clearance
• 0–4 years post-graduate engineering experience preferred
• Experience with submarine design/construction is a plus

Responsibilities

• Design development and production support of lifting and handling fixtures
• Develop lifting arrangements and crane/heavy-load tooling concepts
• Produce lifting and handling drawings, build strategies, and risk mitigation plans
• Support tooling design and implementation for various applications
• Collaborate with production trades and management on real-time engineering solutions

Skills

Highly motivated

Excellent verbal & written comms

Multi-tasking & project management

Drive to be successful

Education

BS in Civil (Structural) or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX

Teamcenter

SOLIDWORKS

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

As part of the QP Manufacturing and Construction Engineering organizationyou will put your engineering and problem solving skills to the test, seeing your solutions put into action in real time with a mix of assignments ranging from a few days to several weeks to complete.

This will be in support of VPM construction. This is truly the best opportunity to apply engineering skills in support of a state-of-the-art nuclear submarine construction facility.

This position is ideal for the highly motivated individual who enjoys getting their hands dirty; working directly with production tradespeople and management, developing designs from inception to use on a variety of interesting applications. Job assignments will include design development and production support of:

• Lifting and handling fixture designs and process support
• Lifting & handling arrangements - learning state-of-the-art crane capabilities and heavy load transporter operations
• Lifting and handling drawings and build strategies
• Lifting and handling Risk mitigation plans
• Design and implementation of special tooling

This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI location.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Civil (Structural) Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the department of defense
• 0-4 years of post graduate engineering experience

Preferred:

• Experience and knowledge in submarine design and/or construction
• Knowledge of lifting/handling methods and/or structural fabrication techniques
• NX, Teamcenter, SOLIDWORKS, and/or AUTOCAD experience in 3D model manipulation, structural analysis, and 2D drawing development
• Experience with EB ManufacturingEngineering Documents or Lifting and Handling Procedures

Skills

• Highly motivated
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Drive to be successful, and excellent attention to detail while being comfortable working in a dynamic construction environment
• A demonstrated ability in multi-tasking and technical project management is desirable

Physical Qualifications

• Climbing
• Crawling
• Kneeling
• Light Lifting
• ReachingStooping
• Twisting

Environmental Attributes

• Cold
• Dry
• Dusty
• Hot
• Inside
• Noise
• Outside