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As of Aug 1, 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.

What does a Boat Engineer do?

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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Boat Engineer position, and why are they important?

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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Boat Engineers can advance to senior engineering positions such as Chief Engineer, or transition into shore-based roles like technical superintendent, project manager, or fleet maintenance manager. Gaining additional certifications and experience with larger or more complex vessels can lead to higher-level responsibilities and increased compensation. There are opportunities to specialize in specific systems or vessel types, and many employers support ongoing training and professional development. Collaboration with other engineers, captains, and shipyard professionals is common, providing a strong foundation for future leadership roles.

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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.

Systems Engineer - Experienced

General Dynamics Electric Boat

North Kingstown, RI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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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
There's never been a more exciting time to join the shipbuilding industry. As demand for advanced naval technology continues to grow, General Dynamics Electric Boat remains at the forefront of designing, building, and supporting the most advanced submarines in the world. Our work is mission-critical. Every employee plays a direct role in supporting the United States Navy and strengthening national security. We are guided by our core values of valuing each other, behaving with integrity and purpose, and committing ourselves to excellence.
Why Work for Electric Boat?
Electric Boat offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and career growth. Benefits Include:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Prescription Coverage
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Commuter/Van Services
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Paid Training
  • Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift
  • Career Advancement Opportunities

Learn more at ebcareers.com
The Quonset Point Work Center Master Planning & Readiness Team is looking for System Engineers to develop spatial layouts for Major Modules and work centers of concurrent VA & CLB Class Submarine construction. Selected candidates will perform analyses to ensure building requirements, space, equipment, floor loading capacities, lifting and handling requirements support operations.
The System Engineer will use their computer analytics and technical ship building knowledge to plan workspace for submarine modules. The candidate will determine the best spatial layout while considering capacity of work centers, supporting equipment, and flow paths, access requirements and construction spans. In this role, candidates must regularly interface with Operations Management, Ship's Management, Program Offices, Facilities Master Planning team, and Strategic Sourcing Team.
This is an onsite position located at the North Kingstown, RI location.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Manage three-dimensional optimum space for submarine modules with respect to construction start, span and ship out schedule
  • Develop, execute, maintain, and modify Work Center designs and layouts in accordance with module build sequence
  • Project Management of fixture installations, equipment installations, facility upgrades
  • Critical asset/equipment/spatial demand and capacity analyses

Qualifications
Required:
  • Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Engineering or related degree
  • 5+ years of combined Engineering, construction/manufacturing operations experience, or construction support experience
  • Strong computer skills: Candidates must be proficient in MS Suite, CAD

Preferred:
  • Experience with submarine construction
  • Familiarity with trade work instructions and/or scheduling systems in a manufacturing facility
  • Proficiency in MS Project, Visio, AutoCAD, Teamcenter/NX, Artemis planning system
  • Experience with risk analysis and/or risk management
  • Past experience with Lean, Kaizen, or Process Improvement
  • Experience with Factory Flow & Work Center design

Skills
  • Thorough knowledge of procedure compliance as it relates to Shipbuilding and safety
  • Excellent project management skills with a working knowledge of the principles of analytical problem-solving techniques
  • Ability to analyze submarine production as a system, identify conflicts, develop plans to resolve issues, and recommend/apply potential improvements
  • Must be capable of combining assertive initiative with professional discipline to accomplish challenging tasks, and work as change agents to remove barriers that hinder change
  • Strong networking ability and business acumen
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, including presentation of technical details
  • Ability to work in and access the production environment

Physical Qualifications
Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting
Environmental Attributes
Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet

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