Focus Factory Construction Support Engineer

General Dynamics Electric Boat • Groton, CT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Focus Factory Construction Support Engineering is seeking an engineer in Mobile, Alabama, to support construction of Virginia Class and Columbia Class deck structures, with a focus on outfitting modules. The role is part of deck-plate engineering teams at Focus Factory facilities. The Focus Factory uses supplier personnel as embedded Electric Boat contractors and builds to Electric Boat (EB) documentation, requiring strict adherence to EB policies, procedures, processes, and work packages for Virginia Class and Columbia Class construction.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Over 5 years of post-graduate engineering experience.
• Ability to obtain a DOD Secret security clearance.
• Construction engineering experience.
• Effective troubleshooting and problem-resolution skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines and prioritize work assignments.
• Foundational understanding of piping, electrical, and ventilation systems and specification requirements.
• Willingness to work overtime; evening and/or weekend work is required based on department or project needs.
• Willingness to travel to other Focus Factory sites as required.
• Highly motivated, with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interface effectively with senior Electric Boat personnel, tradesmen, foremen, and program office personnel.
• Ability to maintain a questioning attitude and adapt to a variety of tasks.
• Proven ability to work, act, and contribute positively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Teamcenter and Columbia Class design.
• Knowledge of JCALs and Virginia Class design.
• ER/CR/CN resolution experience and familiarity with the change management process.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and translate shipbuilding specifications, design requirements, drawing requirements, and contractual requirements.
• Provide deck-plate oversight to resolve problems during construction operations and ensure compliance with EB policies and procedures.
• Support and resolve complex construction issues to prevent or minimize schedule delays.
• Develop technical rationale to support approval of nonconforming conditions.
• Attend production meetings, report status of hold-ups, and drive completion of actions supporting construction, including Engineering Reports (ER), Change Requests (CR), Change Notices (CN), TIR UNSAT, and OTAR resolution.
• Collaborate with engineers from other disciplines and companies.
• Develop and approve fixturing and lifting and handling plans for site-specific evolutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior