Submarine Mechanical Engineer II — Onsite Construction & Troubleshooting

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Newport News, Virginia is seeking an engineer to provide technical resolutions for complex construction issues on VIRGINIA Class submarines.

The role involves shipboard investigations, troubleshooting manufacturing problems during construction, adjudicating piping and structural issues, and coordinating with NNS Trades, Program Office, EB Engineering, Materials and Planning to deliver timely resolutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Engineering.
• 2-5 years of post-graduate engineering experience.
• The position is on site at Newport News Shipbuilding.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical resolutions for complex construction issues on VIRGINIA Class submarines.
• Adjudicate construction and vendor issues for mechanical deviations.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing problems during construction and correct design deficiencies.
• Evaluate material discrepancies and handle piping and structural issues as needed.
• Develop timely engineering resolutions while managing multiple tasks with an aggressive construction schedule.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Troubleshooting

Technical writing

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Civil Engineering

Marine Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Newport News, Virginia is seeking an engineer to provide technical resolutions for complex construction issues on VIRGINIA Class submarines.

The role involves shipboard investigations, troubleshooting manufacturing problems during construction, adjudicating piping and structural issues, and coordinating with NNS Trades, Program Office, EB Engineering, Materials and Planning to deliver timely resolutions.