Engineer III (Electrical Engineering)
General Dynamics · San Diego, CA · 3 mo ago
Information Technology$98k–$138k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Completes products with supervision and technical oversight at key juncture in development
- Controls scope creep and identifies implications of change within own group and downstream customers
- Identifies potential problems in own and similar products and facilitates their resolution using common industry methods
- Communicates orally and in writing, including through email, to create presentations, reports, and draft external technical correspondence to line personnel for owners and production
- Participates in internal and external working groups, including documenting discussions, decisions, and outcomes
- Periodically provides technical leadership to teams executing small-scope projects
- Routinely mentors two or more Engineers, teaching technical skills specific to own discipline
- Assists with the implementation of department processes
- Learns and locates related requirements of current tasks and specific requirements (such as rules, regulations, contracts, references) that apply to tasked work and applicable revisions
- Other responsibilities and duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent in Engineering or Applied Sciences, or Professional Engineer's License
- At least four (4) years of practical experience, exclusive of education in engineering design. Operational or shipyard test or production experience may contribute to this requirement
- Professional Engineering (PE) License and/or advanced degree desirable
- 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
- $97,500 - $138,300
Benefits
- 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
- An Onsite Health Services
About the Role
- We are seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical Engineer to join our marine engineering team, with a focus on designing and integrating shipboard electrical systems.
- The ideal candidate will have experience in power generation and distribution, control systems, navigation electronics, and communication networks within maritime environments.
- Responsibilities include developing detailed electrical system diagrams, performing system analysis, ensuring compliance with maritime standards (ABS, IEEE, IEC), and collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver reliable and efficient designs.
- A strong understanding of marine electrical systems and proficiency with CAD and simulation tools are essential.