Biomedical Engineering Supervisor jobs in New London, CT

Overview

The purpose of a supervisor at Electric Boat is to deliver and improve the results of their team, and to lead and develop their people. Electric Boat “Dives Deeper” to develop the best talent and achieve the best results.

• Developing high performers includes:
  • Upholding values
  • Collaborating with others and teamwork
  • Developing people
  • Seeking new perspectives
• Driving organization performance includes:
  • Delivering results
  • Executing work in the best interest of the enterprise
  • Resolving Problems
  • Upholding standards of performance
• Supervisor at Electric Boat reflect who we are and what we believe by exhibiting our Core Values of:
  • Value Each Other
  • Behave with Integrity and Purpose
  • Commit to Excellence

The D464 Fluid Mechanics department is seeking a highly motivated individual to lead a group of fluid dynamics and heat transfer analysts in support of new and future design development. The group will support a variety of programs by developing analytical capabilities and performing internal two-phase fluid dynamics and heat transfer analyses.

Key Responsibilities:

As the supervisor of this group, you will be responsible for leading a group of approximately 8-15 engineers, reporting to the Department 464 Engineering Manager. The primary area of technical responsibility is in supervising one of the Fluid Dynamics groups. The group performs analysis of fluid flow and thermal problems using custom and commercially available computational tools, and supports multiple classes and programs.

Responsibilities include leading a team to support new design work though calculations, pursuing Independent Research and Development (IRAD) projects, and supporting construction or fleet issues as they arise. The supervisor must be able to balance schedule and budget constraints while maintaining high quality standards in the group. The role will require working in a highly collaborative environment, interfacing with other engineering departments, design groups, program office, subcontractors, NAVSEA, the Office of Naval Research, and the Navy Labs. The role also requires facilitating the exchange of design information within the department and across all technical interfaces.

Specific areas of responsibility include:

• Developing a culture of high performance and quality through effective performance management and employee development
• Directly coordinate and collaborate with the other Fluid Dynamics supervisor to ensure production efforts meet specified timelines
• Supporting fluid system products and executing to program schedules
• Personnel training, mentoring, and succession planning
• Preservation of critical technical skills and knowledge
• Leading, motivating, training and mentoring employees to drive accountability and career development
• Understanding and managing hiring and staffing needs, including fishnets and manpower planning
• Individual must be able to operate in a collaborative teaming environment, interfacing with various design and engineering departments, operations, subcontractors, and the NAVY customer
• Analyzing the group’s needs and identifying specific training requirements (on-the-job training, mentoring, developmental assignments, formal training, external training resources, etc.)
• Develop, implement, and maintain department processes
• Support ongoing organizational improvement efforts
• Build credibility, establish rapport, and maintain communication and relationships with various stakeholders, both internal and external

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Marine Engineering, or related engineering degree
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience
• Ability to obtain and hold a DOD Secret security clearance
• Experience in submarine fluid system design philosophy and technical requirements
• Internal candidates must be from organizations outside of operations (Casciano/Gabriel) 

Preferred:

• Masters of Science in Mechanical or Marine Engineering, or equivalent degree
• Experience in internal fluid flow and/or heat transfer analyses

Skills

• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Strong work ethic and demonstrated dedication to success
• Strong organization skills
• Project Management skills – the ability to manage several projects at the same time across multiple programs
• Ability to function independently as well as work in a multi‐discipline team environment
• Candidates must have excellent verbal and written communication skills