OverviewD376 is seeking motivated Engineers to support the construction and testing of Power Conversion Modules (PCMs) for COLUMBIA Class submarines. PCMs convert power from the medium voltage propulsion system to supply all AC and DC loads in the ship’s power distribution system. This role provides an opportunity for “hands on” work that contributes directly to delivering a power distribution system that operates reliably “the first time, every time” while gaining experience in shipyard operations and electrical power systems in a collaborative engineering environment. This position will be on 2nd shift.
What You Will Do as a PCM construction support engineer• Develop troubleshooting strategies and write procedures for shipyard execution
Support trades and waterfront personnel in the installation and testing of PCMs• Work with system owners, Ships Test Organization, electrical trades Ships Management and Reactor Plant Contractor Organization to ensure alignment across troubleshooting activities and ship’s schedule• Help prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and work instructions• Communicate with shipyard personnel to gather information, understand construction needs, and resolve technical questions• Learn Electric Boat processes, procedures, and core values• Provide inputs for design changes to improve design robustness and maintainability
Required qualifications:• B.S. in Engineering • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the U.S. DoD (candidate must be U.S. citizen)
Preferred qualifications:• Familiarity with electrical power systems, power distribution, or electro-mechanical equipment• Prior internship or co-op experience in a technical, engineering, or shipyard environment
Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling
Cold, Dusty, Hot, Noise
General Dynamics Electric Boat is a business unit of General Dynamics with headquarters in Groton, CT. The world’s first and finest submarine builder, Electric Boat was established in 1899 to complete the U.S. Navy’s first modern commissioned submarine, USS Holland. Designed and built by Electric Boat, USS Nautilus, the world’s first nuclear-powered submarine, was launched in 1954. Electric Boat has designed and delivered 17 of the U.S. Navy’s 20 classes of nuclear submarines. Now in its second centennial of submarine building, EB is the design yard and prime contractor for the Virginia-class submarine program, currently in production. EB is also designing and developing the Columbia-class ballistic-missile submarine which will replace the current Ohio class beginning in 2027.
