Engineer - Naval Architect (Entry Level)

Job Posting End Date: Until Filled

Shift: 1st

Security Clearance: No Clearance

Summary

Functions as a naval architect supporting ship stability, arrangements, hydrodynamics, ship structures and mass properties. Activities include the preparation and development of design studies, drawings and engineering calculations under supervision of an Engineering Supervisor. Role includes frequent communication with other departments to provide them with technical assistance or information when needed. Will interface with other Engineering groups, Production, Quality Assurance, Purchasing, Vendors, Regulatory Bodies, and other disciplines as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Able to diligently execute directed tasks with supervision and technical oversight.
• When confronted with change, adheres to scope of work assigned while seeking direction.
• Supports research into internal (e.g. production, planning) and external customers (e.g. ABS, Navy, USCG) issues and interpretations as assigned.
• Demonstrates oral and written communication skills, including through e-mail, drafting presentations, reports, Q&As, and RFVs to peers and senior personnel.
• Participates in internal working groups, including documenting discussions, decisions, and outcomes.
• Ability to teach a known skill to another employee
• When instructed as to what requirements (such as rules, regulations, contracts, references) apply to executing a task, knows where to find them.
• Uses creative and analytical methods to develop, evaluate, and communicate the configuration and characteristics of a region, system, or component of the ship as governed by the assigned discipline, in compliance with internal and external requirements.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree, Professional Engineer's License, or equivalent in Engineering or Applied Sciences.
• Qualifying skills include contributing to the department's team environment with a consistently positive attitude, a mindset to actively seek improving one's self, teammates, and work processes, initiative, accountability, commitment, and flexibility to changing assignments and processes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The essential functions of this role require work in both an office and industrial setting. The role requires prolonged periods of working in a stationary position, operating a computer, computer programs, and standard office equipment necessary to perform the essential duties. The role requires perceiving information and communicating effectively with others in person, online, and on the phone. The role also requires prolonged periods of working in indoor and outdoor industrial settings. Must have the ability to safely access, navigate, and traverse the shipyard, construction areas, production areas, ships, and warehouses. Must be able to transit uneven surfaces, and be agile to move quickly to avoid hazards and respond to unexpected obstacles. Must be able to observe, detect, identify, perceive, recognize, and process information to remain alert and timely comply with all safety requirements. Must be able to move, transport, and use equipment necessary to perform the essential duties. Duties performed on ships require ascending and descending stairs and ladders, transiting on scaffolding and at heights, transiting through manholes and other narrow, confined, or congested spaces. This position requires exposure to industrial areas which contain hazardous materials, loud noise (including sirens, horns, chipping, slamming, and hammering), dust, fumes, and exposure to weather

PAY SCALE

$78,500 - $107,200

This pay range is a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. It takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to skill sets, experience, training, and education. General Dynamics NASSCO also provides a variety of benefits including medical & dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), wellness coaching, and an onsite health services.

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