Electrical Engineer – Defense / Submarine Oxygen Generation Systems

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Thomaston, CT

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$130,000–$150,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Assembly Drawings, Assembly Equipment, Chemical Engineering, Component Selection, Control Systems, Design Verification, DoD Clearance, DoD Secret Clearance, Documentation, Documentation Review, Electrical Components, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Electrochemistry, Engineering Drawing, Equipment Selection, Equipment Specification, Fuel Cell, Hand Tools, Identify Issues, Legal, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Assembly, Manufacturing Requirements, Manufacturing/Production Testing, Mechanical Engineering, Microprocessor, Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft Office, Military, Military Electronics, Military/DoD Standards, National Electrical Code, Nautilus, Network Administration/Management, On Site Support, PTC Creo, Problem Solving Skills, Product Design, Product Development, Production Support, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Metrics, Requirements Management, Safety Engineering, Safety Standards, Schematics, Security Clearance, System Test, Test Equipment, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, United States Citizen, United States Military, United States Navy (USN), VME, Vehicle Fleets, Water Treatment, Willing to Travel, Windchill PLM Software

LOCATION

Thomaston, CT

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Today

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Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

Founded nearly 130 years ago and based in Thomaston, CT, we are a specialized engineering and manufacturing firm that has served as the U.S. Navy's trusted partner in electrolytic oxygen generation for more than half a century. Our proprietary systems have produced breathing oxygen for every Nautilus, 637, 688, 726, Seawolf, and Ohio class submarine in the fleet, and today we continue to pioneer state-of-the-art proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzer technology, custom electro-chemical systems, hydrogen generators, and precision oxygen cleaning services for military and aerospace applications. Reliability, innovation, and the highest quality manufacturing standards are the foundation of everything we do.

Why join us?

Competitive Compensation: Competitive base salary (DOE) + Bonuses
401(k) Plan
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
Mission-Driven Work: Directly support the U.S. Navy submarine fleet with life-critical oxygen generation technology
Legacy & Stability: Join a company with nearly 130 years of engineering heritage and a continuously expanding defense contract portfolio
On-site role (office, lab, and occasional field/shipboard work; up to 10% domestic or international travel)

Job Details

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Design, evaluate, and support proprietary electrical equipment for U.S. military oxygen generation systems
Select components and equipment based on review and analysis of customer-defined specifications
Create engineering drawings and procedures to support the manufacture and test of mil-spec equipment
Develop electrical schematics, harness drawings, wire tabulation lists, and detail/assembly drawings for system electrical components
Prepare and review documentation for engineering changes and product design verification
Write component specifications, manufacturing and assembly procedures, test plans, and test procedures
Develop new products and product improvements for military applications
Support Purchasing and Inspection groups by resolving vendor technical issues
Support Production Test / Field Service Group with system and component testing and troubleshooting
Assist with design, documentation, and maintenance of in-house test facilities and equipment

Qualifications Needed

Education & Clearance: B.S. in Electrical Engineering; must be a U.S. Citizen and able to secure a Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance
Minimum 10 years of electrical engineering experience, preferably in a defense industry environment with knowledge of military specifications
Experience or strong background in Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) technologies — electrolyzer / fuel cell systems, oxygen / hydrogen systems, chemical processing, gas separation, gas and liquid delivery, water treatment, or military / submarine equipment
Strong background in electrical and electronic systems, power distribution and conversion, VME and PLC microprocessor-based control systems, and electronic packaging for military submarine applications
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and safety standards and engineering documentation processes
Proven ability to work independently as a self-starter and collaboratively as a team player with strong organizational skills
Familiarity with fleet support and troubleshooting aboard U.S. Navy submarines preferred
Proficient in MS Office Suite; familiarity with PTC Creo, Windchill, and network administration preferred
Preferred knowledge in mechanical and chemical engineering disciplines
Able to lift up to 25 lbs, utilize hand tools/test equipment, climb ladders, and pass through submarine hatch openings; able to travel up to 10% domestic or international

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100 to 499 employees

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FOUNDED

2018

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