Manufacturing Engineering Structural Engineer - Experienced

General Dynamics Corporation; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Structural Engineer to join Waterfront Engineering, focusing on VIRGINIA Class, Overhaul and Repair, and COLUMBIA Class construction.

The role includes developing build strategies, tools, fixtures, and procedures, with daily interaction across sites; requires 5+ years' engineering experience and BS degree; travel between Groton and Quonset Point.

Qualifications

• Requires at least a BS degree in an engineering field (Civil/Structural/Mechanical/Manufacturing/Marine) or equivalent.
• Experience: 5+ years in 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.
• Identify and develop tools and fixtures; prepare manufacturing procedures for sequence and alignment of critical installations.
• Collaborate with Groton, Quonset Point, Newport News designers and vendors; travel locally between sites as required.

Skills

Structural design understanding

Weld design knowledge

Bolted joints knowledge

Materials science understanding

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Marine, or related engineering

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

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Manufacturing Engineering Structural Engineer - Experienced

US-CT-Groton

Job ID: 2026-21133

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.

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 position is located in the Groton shipyard as part of D476 Manufacturing Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Requires skills in written and verbal communication, problem solving and project management

Qualifications

Required:

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

Preferred:

• Construction support experience
• Master's degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Marine engineering

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