Senior Crane Engineer

General Dynamics Electric Boat • Groton, CT

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About The Position

SHIPPINGPORT (ARDM-4) provides dry docking services to commissioned vessels of the US Navy. The Senior Crane Engineer takes cognisance of the structural, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical equipment used in lifting and handling operations on-board the facility, with specific responsibility for overhead cranes, forklifts, and personnel lifts.

The role requires strong system and program knowledge and experience, particularly with NAVSEA and NAVFAC Weight Handling Programs. The engineer resolves technical problems, recommends design changes, coordinates with vendors as necessary, and provides procedural and technical support to the department. The engineer also communicates with all levels of operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or higher.
• At least 5 years of postgraduate engineering experience.
• Knowledge of AISC, OSHA, NEC, and ASME standards.
• Technical presentation skills.
• Standardized reporting and requests skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of NAVSEA or shipyard experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee structural, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical equipment used in facility lifting and handling operations, with specific responsibility for overhead cranes, forklifts, and personnel lifts.
• Resolve technical problems.
• Recommend design changes.
• Coordinate with vendors as necessary.
• Provide procedural and technical support to the department.
• Communicate with all levels of operations.

What This Job Offers

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