Innovative Material and Processing R&D Engineer, Welding Engineering Advanced Concepts Team

General Dynamics

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Groton, CT
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General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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TL;DR · Innovative Material and Processing R&D Engineer, Welding Engineering Advanced Concepts Team

The Electric Boat Welding Engineering Advanced Concepts Team is seeking an Innovative Material & Processing R&D Engineer to join their dynamic group focused on emerging technologies in welding materials and processes for nuclear submarines. This role involves researching and developing advanced welding techniques, including robotic welding and additive manufacturing, to enhance submarine construction efficiency and reliability. Day-to-day responsibilities include investigating new base materials, developing innovative welding consumables, conducting quality assessments, and implementing projects into production environments. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy or Welding Engineering, with experience in industrial settings such as shipbuilding, and proficiency in data analysis and project management. This position offers significant visibility within Electric Boat and the Navy community, providing opportunities for technical and professional growth.

What you'll do

  • Investigate new or modified base materials for welding and additive manufacturing effects.
  • Develop and test new welding consumables for fabrication of advanced materials.
  • Ensure quality and operability of newly developed welding consumables in shipyard environments.
  • Conduct research to develop and implement innovative structural fabrication processes.
  • Evaluate and qualify new developments in the welding and additive manufacturing fields.
  • Design and lead projects from initiation through implementation, including test programs and reports.
  • Serve as technical lead on development tasks, addressing metallurgical concerns with welds.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor of Science or higher in Metallurgy/Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Engineering (focus on metals), Welding Engineering, or equivalent.
  • 0-5 years of postgraduate engineering experience in an industrial environment.
  • Ability to understand basic principles of welding and non-destructive testing.
  • Experience reading and interpreting specifications, procedures, drawings, and other documents.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on laboratory experience.
  • Familiarity with project management from idea initiation to implementation.
  • Basic knowledge of data analysis, statistics, and regression application.

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