Manufacturing Engineer - Structural & Tooling (Submarine)

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a front line engineer in the Waterfront Engineering Directorate at Groton shipyard. Responsibilities include developing build strategies, creating tools and fixtures for submarine fabrication, and preparing procedures for critical installations.

The role involves coordination with manufacturing and planning teams across Groton, Quonset Point, and Newport News, with travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Marine, or equivalent engineering degree
• 0–5 years of post-graduate engineering experience
• Broad understanding of structural/mechanical design, materials, weld design and bolted joints

Responsibilities

• Develop build strategies, methods and fixtures for fabricating and assembling submarine components, structures, systems and modules.
• Prepare Manufacturing Engineering procedures for sequence and alignment of installations.
• Provide deckplate construction support and assist with tool/fixture development for VIRGINIA Class, Overhaul/Repair, and COLUMBIA Class work.
• Interact daily with Groton, Quonset Point, Newport News teams, designers and vendors; local travel between Groton and Quonset Point is expected.

Skills

Written/verbal communication

Problem solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural/Mechanical/Manufacturing/Marine or equivalent

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a front line engineer in the Waterfront Engineering Directorate at Groton shipyard. Responsibilities include developing build strategies, creating tools and fixtures for submarine fabrication, and preparing procedures for critical installations.

The role involves coordination with manufacturing and planning teams across Groton, Quonset Point, and Newport News, with travel between sites.