About this role
Overview
Calling all Materials Engineering 2026 college graduates!
Are you ready to turn theory into real-world impact? Electric Boat is looking for driven new engineers to join our submarine engineering workforce to work on meaningful projects, grow alongside experienced mentors, and make an impact on the national defense of the United States. Materials engineers at Electric Boat work on designs for the next class of submarine, troubleshoot deckplate issues with building Virginia and Columbia class submarines, participate in design reviews, ensure quality in all materials work, and so much more! Apply today to start your shipbuilding journey with us!
Materials engineering positions are available in:
- Welding engineering
- Non-metallics engineering
- Deckplate support
- Laboratory testing
- and more!
Why You'll Love Working Here
- True responsibility and ownership of systems/problems/components early in your career
- Supportive mentorship
- Competitive entry-level pay and strong benefits
- Long-term career opportunities
- Being a part of the team building the most advanced submarines in the world, supporting a mission that matters
Pretty Awesome Benefits
- Healthcare
- PTO
- 401K contributions
- Tuition assistance
- Free mental health resources
- Onsite gyms, pharmacy, and health clinic
- Employee resource and community groups for hobbies, sports, events, etc.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's of Science Degree in Materials Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Welding Engineering, or Materials Science Engineering, graduating in 2026
- United States citizenship
- Less than 1 year of post-graduation work experience
Preferred
- Internship, co-op, senior design project, research, or other project experience
- Involvement in clubs, sports, or other campus activities
Skills
- Ability to collaborate, ask questions, and learn quickly
- Growth mindset
- Strong materials engineering fundamental knowledge
- Passion for problem solving
- Strong verbal communication
Physical Qualifications
Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, TwistingEnvironmental Attributes
Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, WetOther facts
About General Dynamics Electric Boat
General Dynamics Electric Boat is a business unit of General Dynamics with headquarters in Groton, CT. The world’s first and finest submarine builder, Electric Boat was established in 1899 to complete the U.S. Navy’s first modern commissioned submarine, USS Holland. Designed and built by Electric Boat, USS Nautilus, the world’s first nuclear-powered submarine, was launched in 1954. Electric Boat has designed and delivered 17 of the U.S. Navy’s 20 classes of nuclear submarines. Now in its second centennial of submarine building, EB is the design yard and prime contractor for the Virginia-class submarine program, currently in production. EB is also designing and developing the Columbia-class ballistic-missile submarine which will replace the current Ohio class beginning in 2027.
What you'll do
- Materials engineers at Electric Boat work on designs for the next class of submarine and troubleshoot deckplate issues with building Virginia and Columbia class submarines. They also participate in design reviews and ensure quality in all materials work.
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