Electrical Engineer - Facilities (Entry Level)
The Electrical Engineer in the Critical Systems Engineering Department is responsible for managing and improving the shipyard's power distribution system, ensuring it meets operational needs and extends system lifespan. This entry-level role involves developing capital improvement projects, adjudicating trouble tickets, and supporting preventive maintenance to sustain submarine construction and testing activities at the Groton shipyard.
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Role overview
Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Electrical Engineer (Facilities) to support shipyard electrical and facilities systems in Groton, CT. This role focuses on the shipyard power distribution system — from incoming utility feeds to the power connections used by operations and test personnel — and contributes to capital improvements, maintenance oversight, and system reliability.
What You’ll Do
- Support and maintain the shipyard power distribution system, ensuring reliable service for operations and test activities
- Develop and manage long-term capital improvement projects to extend system life
- Triage and adjudicate trouble tickets and coordinate corrective actions
- Monitor system capabilities and preventive maintenance plans
- Assist with system maintenance activities and collaborate with operations, maintenance, and testing teams
- Prepare technical documentation, drawings, and reports related to facilities electrical systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor's of Science (or higher) in Electrical Engineering
- 0–5 years of post‑graduate engineering experience
- Self‑motivated and able to work independently
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable working in an industrial shipyard environment
Preferred
- Prior experience in facilities engineering or with power distribution systems
- Familiarity with preventive maintenance practices in large facilities/industrial settings
Working conditions & schedule
- Employment type: Full time
- Location: Groton, CT (on-site work in a shipyard environment)
- Physical demands: climbing, crawling, kneeling, stooping
- Environmental exposures: cold, hot, noise, indoor and outdoor work
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