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General Dynamics Electric Boat

Other engineering and design disciplines (Fluid systems, Structural, Mechanical, EMC, Shock/Vibe, Ventilation and Arrangements) * Shipyard trade organizations * Program office * Procurement

General Dynamics Electric Boat

Other engineering and design disciplines (Fluid systems, Structural, Mechanical, EMC, Shock/Vibe, Ventilation and Arrangements) * Shipyard trade organizations * Program office * Procurement

Swagelok

Field Engineer

Wallingford, CT · On-site

$85 - $120/hr

Troubleshoot fluid system issues and determine root causes of operational challenges * Leverage ... Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline - required * History of success in business, sales ...

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How much do fluid systems engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for fluid systems engineer in Connecticut is $121,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,200.00 and $149,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a fluid systems engineer do?

A Fluid Systems Engineer designs, analyzes, and maintains systems that control the flow of liquids and gases in various applications, such as aerospace, automotive, and industrial processes. They ensure efficient performance, safety, and regulatory compliance by using simulations, testing, and system optimization. Their work involves selecting appropriate materials, pumps, valves, and piping configurations. Additionally, they collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate fluid systems into larger engineering projects.

What does the typical day-to-day work look like for a fluid systems engineer?

A Fluid Systems Engineer’s day often involves designing, analyzing, and optimizing systems that control the flow of liquids and gases, including reviewing project drawings, performing simulations, and conducting calculations to ensure efficiency and safety. You may collaborate closely with project managers, other engineers, and technicians to resolve technical challenges and oversee system installation and testing. Site visits to inspect current systems and attend meetings with clients or production teams are also common. This dynamic role offers variety, blending hands-on problem-solving with technical project management and teamwork across different project phases.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the fluid systems engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Fluid Systems Engineer, a solid background in mechanical or chemical engineering, along with expertise in fluid dynamics and thermodynamics, is essential. Proficiency in using CAD software, simulation tools such as ANSYS Fluent or MATLAB, and familiarity with relevant industry standards or certifications like PE licensure are highly beneficial. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities enable successful collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. These skills ensure accurate system design, efficient troubleshooting, and safe, reliable operation of fluid systems across various industries.

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Infographic showing various Fluid Systems Engineer job openings in Connecticut as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,018 per year, or $58.2 per hour.

Engineer I/II - D481 VIRGINIA Waterfront Fluid Systems Engineering

General Dynamics Electric Boat

Groton, CT • On-site

$85 - $110/hr

Other

Posted 10 days ago

General Dynamics Electric Boat rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 166 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

137th of 546 rated manufacturers

Job description

Overview

Engineering Department 481 is seeking highly motivated candidates to support construction activities for the VIRGINIA Class and first-of-a-kind VIRGINIA Payload Module (VPM). D481 provides waterfront engineering support for fluid-based ship systems for VIRGINIA Class submarines under new construction. D481 is a dynamic, tightly integrated, team-based organization whose scope of work includes seawater, compressed gas, freshwater, ventilation, hydraulics & auxiliary systems.

The department interfaces with and provides direct support to the trades during ship construction and testing in Groton, Quonset Point, Newport News, and various Focus Factory sites and offsite contractors by addressing and clearing liabilities impacting achievement of major milestones, providing engineering solutions to construction and test issues, and providing engineering guidance to vendors and Focus Factory sites.

This position requires significant interaction with various disciplines within and outside of Electric Boat, including equipment vendors, ships management program office, test organizations, SUPSHIP and others.

As a part of D481, the successful candidate will have several responsibilities which include:

  • Investigation of emergent shipyard issues which would lead to the generation of technical dispositions in response to Engineering Reports (ERs), Change Notices (CNs) or test inspection reports (TIRs)/UNSATs.
  • Investigation of Vendor generated issues and generation of technical dispositions in response to vendor information requests (VIRs).
  • Development of technical letters to NAVSEA to resolve long term technical or class-wide issues.
  • Coordination with design personnel on system piping modifications to minimize the impact to construction schedules while ensuring technical requirements are still met.
  • Performance of calculations, as required, to verify the technical quality of as-built design conditions (i.e. pipe sizing and thickness, fluid system flow balancing, thermal analysis, etc.)
  • Providing technical support to shipyard trades and shipyard test organizations for construction issues and issues with test procedures or results.
  • Providing technical support to Focus Factory and other off-site contractors who are constructing and outfitting various ship’s modules.

Periodic overtime is expected when emergent issues present risk to construction, certification, and delivery schedules.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Systems Engineering, Fluids Engineering, or Chemical Engineering
  • 0-5 years of post-graduate Engineering experience

Preferred:

  • Previous engineering experience (i.e. Co-op or internship)
  • Navy Veterans with fluid systems technical experience
  • Experience with system operations and systems engineering principles
  • Experience in Siemens TeamCenter/NX and ER Work Flow environments
Skills
  • General knowledge of fluid systems and system interactions
  • Well-developed technical writing skills
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with system stakeholders at various levels:
    • Government technical stakeholders (NAVSEA & SUPSHIP)
    • Government & Electric Boat Program Offices
    • Partner engineering disciplines
    • Test & Trades
  • Familiarity with VPM design
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