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As of Aug 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for boat engineer in Rhode Island is $99,647.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,300.00 and $114,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Boat Engineer is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and overseeing the mechanical and electrical systems of a vessel. They ensure that engines, propulsion systems, generators, and other critical components function properly. Their duties may also include performing routine inspections, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with maritime safety regulations. Boat Engineers work on various types of vessels, including fishing boats, yachts, and commercial ships.

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Boat Engineers require strong mechanical and electrical engineering knowledge, typically with a marine engineering degree or technical certification. Familiarity with marine propulsion systems, diagnostic software, safety regulations, and relevant certifications such as STCW are highly valued. Effective problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills are essential for addressing on-board issues and working with crew. Mastery of these skills ensures the safety, efficiency, and compliance of the vessel’s operation.

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Infographic showing various Boat Engineer job openings in Rhode Island as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,647 per year, or $47.9 per hour.

Welding Engineer I/II

General Dynamics Electric Boat

North Kingstown, RI

$34.75 - $47.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

General Dynamics Electric Boat rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 164 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

67th of 537 rated manufacturers

Job description

Overview
The D341 Structural Welding Engineering Construction Support group provides technical support and regulatory services to Electric Boat's Quonset Point (QP) facility core business, welding. D341 retains technical cognizance of and provides interpretation to procedures and specifications, as well as regulates the welding program as a whole by directly integrating with all related customers. D341 is looking for a qualified engineering candidate that exhibits the ability to provide on-job technical support, conduct problem resolution, write technical dispositions, lead special projects, and carry out small/medium/large quality corrective action tasks. Regular responsibilities of the qualified candidate include, but are not limited to:
  • Providing technical guidance for the application of all major welding processes (GMAW, SMAW, SAW, and GTAW)
  • Writing technical dispositions in support of Engineering Reports, Change Notices, Welding Engineering Instructions, Major Technical Submittals, UNSATs/TIRs, Etc.
  • Maintaining procedural and specification compliance oversight for submarine structural documents (NAVSEA specifications, EB standard procedures, and design drawings)
  • Conducting on-job structural welding, fit-up, pre-heat, and etc. audits to ensure procedural compliance in various work centers at QP
  • Performing root cause analyses and evaluating problem resolution strategies for a wide variety of issues as required
  • Coordinating with functional area leads to identify opportunities for process improvement and/or alternate weld process
  • Supporting upper management performance tracking goals by maintaining D341 cognizant data inputs and reports
  • Providing technical support to welding robotic installations as needed

The qualified candidate will report to the D341 Structural Welding Engineering supervisor at Electric Boat's North Kingstown, RI location.
Qualifications
Required:
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Welding Engineering, Metallurgy/Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotic Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering
  • 0-5 years of experience in an industrial welding environment, shipbuilding, or other heavy fabrication
  • Experience with technical writing (procedures, reports, briefings, memos, other submittals)

Preferred:
  • Advanced degree in Welding Engineering or Metallurgy/Materials Joining Engineering
  • Prior welding experience or education
  • Hands-on experience working with all major welding processes
  • Problem resolution and global issue bounding experience
  • History working with SUPSHIP and/or other on-site NAVY representative organizations

Skills
  • Familiarity with quality audits and surveillances
  • Must be able to read and interpret company policies and procedures
  • Advanced computer skills including use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Project, and PowerPoint (or equivalent)
  • Has excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Works effectively individually and in teams

Physical Qualifications
Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting
Environmental Attributes
Cold, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside

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