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    General Dynamics Electric Boat

    Shipbuilding

    Shipyard Test Engineer

    Philadelphia, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time2+ yrs experiencePosted 2d ago
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    Job description

    Overview

    Job Description

    Specific responsibilities include, but not limited to:

    • Advise the Shift Test Engineer on safe and effective execution of operations and testing.
    • Maintain required paperwork (review paperwork daily for completeness and accuracy).
    • Complete and maintain the required training to perform electrical & mechanical operational testing of Steam & Electric Plant Systems.
    • Complete and maintain the required training to perform watch standing duties to include: operate ship’s electrical/mechanical systems; support roving watches; monitor electrical/mechanical systems required as part testing which may include weekend work.
    • Complete and maintain the required training to perform the duties of a safety technician which requires making systems safe for trade work utilizing Electric Boat’s Lock out/Tag out procedures
    • Complete and maintain the required training to maintain the requirements for system cleanliness
    • Ability to follow written procedures and comply with requirements
    • Install, maintain and remove test equipment (hoses, fittings, test pumps, meters etc.) and have the ability to understand the different types of test equipment, fittings and hoses for each system and apply them correctly per system requirements.
    • Exhibit high moral character and integrity required to certify NAVSEA test requirements
    • Exhibit the ability to read and understand various system and test diagrams/drawings required for all electrical and mechanical system testing.
    • Be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
    • Ability to work all shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) including occasional weekend work is required based on department/project needs
    • Develop test procedures using established test documents, manuals, and system drawings.

    **Please note this job is located in Philadelphia, PA.**

    Qualifications

    Education / Experience

    • High School Diploma or Equivalent required
    • Must meet one of the following requirements:
      • 2+ years of experience relevant to design, operation, maintenance and/or testing of marine propulsion systems or similar power generation/control systems
      • 2+ years mechanical/machinist experience
      • Bachelor of Science in Engineering

    Preferred:

    • Engineering Degree or Qualification on U.S. Navy nuclear submarine experience involving the operation, test, and maintenance of propulsion plant and associated components is highly desired.
    • Engineering or shipyard environment related to test or operations is highly desired.
    • Familiarity and experience with the COLUMBIA electric plant design and operation.
    • Demonstrated knowledge in the area of power generation, power electronics and controls, electric motor drive systems, and/or power distribution systems operation.
    • Technical writing experience

    Skills

    Skills

    • Attention to detail
    • Proven strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work in a teaming environment with remote participants, including interfacing regularly with the nuclear Navy customer.

    Physical Qualifications

    Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

    Environmental Attributes

    Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    General Dynamics Electric Boat

    General Dynamics Electric Boat is a subsidiary of General Dynamics that designs, builds, and repairs submarines for the United States Navy.

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