Engineer I, II, Lifting & Handling, Waterfront Engineering

Company: General Dynamics Corporation
Location: New York
Posted on: May 19, 2025

Job Description:

Job DescriptionBecome a part of the "Bath-Built is Best-Built" tradition. Bath Iron Works is seeking someone who enjoys a dynamic, high-energy, high-impact environment to join its structural engineering team.In this unique role, you'll provide on-site structural engineering support for temporary structures used to complete some of the most complex warships built in the world.The core responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Engineering of crane lifts and turns of ship components weighing over 50 tons, involving varying levels of complexity.
• Engineering of temporary ship supports, jigs, fixtures, lifting devices, and custom tools used in ship construction.
• Determining lifting lug locations, temporary backup structures if required, welded connection details, and non-destructive testing (NDT) requirements.
• Collaborating with the design team to communicate lifting and handling information to the trades.
• Working with heavy transportation equipment such as Self Propelled Modular Transporters, Shipyard Transporters, and the Ship Translation System.
• Interfacing with manufacturing personnel on the deck to provide guidance as needed.
• Participating in or leading technical discussions with customers such as the U.S. Navy (NAVSEA and Supervisor of Shipbuilding) or others.
• Working with engineers in a manufacturing environment with an emphasis on safety and high-quality work execution.Required/Preferred Education/Training

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering is required.Required/Preferred ExperienceEngineer I: 0-1 year of experience preferred.Engineer II: Minimum 1 year of applicable experience.
  • Practical experience and/or education in Structural Engineering and Design, focusing on welded connection design and NDT requirements.
  • Knowledge of AISC Steel Construction, ASME B30 & BTH (Below the Hook) Codes and Standards.
  • Familiarity with various grades and types of steel, aluminum, and wood materials.
  • Experience working in a time-sensitive environment with multiple priorities.
  • Strong leadership, self-confidence, and project management skills.
  • Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Knowledge of structural analysis methods, including hand calculations and software tools such as RISA, Mathcad, FEMAP/Nastran, and experience with Beam and 3D Mesh Finite Element Analysis is preferred.This position requires the ability to obtain a government security clearance. You must be a US Citizen and able to secure an interim security clearance within 45 days of hire. For more information, visit Investigations & Clearance Process (dcsa.mil).
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