Manufacturing Engineering Structural Engineer 2nd Shift

General Dynamics Corporation; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Structural Engineer for the 2nd shift to support VIRGINIA Class, Overhaul and Repair, and COLUMBIA Class construction.

The role develops build strategies, methods and fixtures for fabricating submarine components, prepares manufacturing procedures, and provides deckplate construction support, coordinating with Groton, Quonset Point and Newport News teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Marine engineering.
• 0-5 years engineering experience.
• 2nd shift position.
• Preferred: Construction support experience.
• Preferred: 1+ years engineering experience.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Marine engineering.
• 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 critical installations, and deckplate construction support.
• Identify and develop tools and methods required by the shipbuilder.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Project management

Education

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

Master's degree in Civil/Structural/Mechanical/Manufacturing or Marine engineering

Job description

Manufacturing Engineering Structural Engineer 2nd Shift

Responsibilities for this Position

US-CT-Groton

Job ID: 2026-19612

Type: Full-Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Engineering

EB Groton Shipyard

Overview

Theres never been a better time to join the shipbuilding industry. As demand for cutting-edge naval technology grows, General Dynamics Electric Boat is at the forefront-designing, building, and maintaining the most advanced submarines in the world. Our work is mission-critical, supporting the U.S. Navy and strengthening national security.

We offer a workplace where integrity, innovation, and excellence drive everything we do. With competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career growth opportunities, your future in shipbuilding starts here. Be part of history in the making.

This is a front line engineering position in the Waterfront Engineering Directorate requiring the selected candidates to frequently interface with trades personnel in an active construction environment troubleshooting complex fabrication, assembly and major move activities. This position will require that the engineer develop build strategies, methods, and fixtures for fabricating and assembling submarine components, structures, systems, and modules.

Primary responsibilities will be the identification and development of methods and tools required by the shipbuilder. Duties include development of details and designs for tools and fixtures, preparation of Manufacturing Engineering procedures for sequence and alignment of critical installations, and deckplate construction support. Work scope will focus on VIRGINIA Class, Overhaul and Repair, and COLUMBIA Class construction.

The successful candidate will have an understanding of structural/mechanical design, materials, weld design and bolted joints.

Daily interaction with manufacturing and planning representatives from Groton, Quonset Point, Newport News, designers, and vendors is expected. Local travel between Groton and Quonset Point is required.

This 2nd shift position is located in the Groton shipyard as part of D476 Manufacturing Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Skills in written and verbal communication, problem solving and project management.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Marine engineering
• 0-5 years engineering experience
• This is a 2nd shift position

Preferred:

• Construction support experience
• 1+ years of engineering experience
• Master's degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Marine engineering
• Broad understanding of structural/mechanical design, materials, weld design and bolted joints

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