Entry-Level Electrical Engineer
General Dynamics Electric Boat
New London County, CT0–5 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
As an Entry-Level Electrical Engineer in Department 457, you will join a team responsible for supporting a wide range of electrical systems and equipment. This role offers a wide variety of work across assignments of varying duration, with increasing responsibility and independence as your skills grow.
Core System Focus Areas
- Reactor Plant: Instrumentation and control systems.
- Power Generation: Steam and electric plant systems.
- Power Distribution: Equipment, systems, and advanced power electronics.
- Support Systems: Auxiliary electrical and electronic systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Design & Modernization: Perform initial system and component design upgrades for ship alterations and life cycle support.
- Project Engineering: Function as a project engineer overseeing all aspects of engineering tasks, including overall technical quality.
- Technical Problem Solving: Evaluate and provide technical resolutions to questions and problems from Naval Shipyards, Navy forces afloat, land-based prototypes, reactor plant prime contractors, and NAVSEA offices.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Interface with design teams, other engineering disciplines, technical writers, material buyers, and program office representatives.
- Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively within the organization, as well as with NAVSEA, prime contractors, Navy shipyards, and equipment vendors.
- Project Management: Work collaboratively in a team environment while maintaining strict schedule and budget awareness.
Qualifications
- Degree: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. May 2027 graduates will be considered.
- Security: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD security clearance.
Key Skills
- Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Organization: Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks.
- Precision: Sharp attention to detail.
- Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Adaptability: Willingness to learn and operate within a procedurally driven environment.