Steel Cutting & Forming Mechanic

Steel Cutting & Forming Mechanic General Dynamics Electric Boat tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, Rhode Island, North Kingstown 165 Dillabur Avenue (Show on map) Apr 01, 2026 Steel Cutting & Forming Mechanic Requisition

ID 2026-18433

Location US-RI-North Kingstown Seat Location EB Quonset Point Facility Trade Building Trades Shift 1st, 2nd, 3rd Security Clearance Required Approved Background Check Number of Openings 20 Overview Do you have experience in Carpentry, Metal Fabrication, Shipfitting or Cranes/Forklifts....then this is an exciting career for you!!!! Steel Processing takes raw material (plate and shapes) through a variety of cutting and forming techniques to create the parts to fabricate the Hull and Structure of our nuclear submarines. 2nd and 3rd Shift opportunities only Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Operate CNC-15 different CNC machines on the floor for plasma, laser and oxy cutting for both plate and shapes, grinder Burners-working with oxy propane and plasma torches to create & bend the steel plates Formers-forming rolls & c-frame press utilizing press brakes ranging from 65 ton to 5K ton Transportation-trained and certified in forklift and 50 ton overhead cranes in order to maneuver steel throughout the department. Some of the Benefits we provide to you include: Medical, Dental, Vision 401K Plan Paid Vacation and holidays Shift Premium Health and Wellness Programs Commuter/Van Services/Ripta Tuition Reimbursement Program Advancement Opportunities Safety Boot Reimbursement Program This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.

Qualifications Required:

High school diploma or equivalent OR a minimum of 2 years related technical experience Available to work all shifts Ability to read Basic blueprints and interpretation for layout, forming & shipyard procedures Ability to perform and use basic math and measuring tools to perform initial layout and verification of final dimensions Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools

Preferred:

Construction background and/or relevant experience or training Experience in steel forming and steel cutting Hand/Power tool usage(grinders, sanders, hand torches, general tools) Shipfitting, Carpentry or Metal Fabrication Lifting and Handling (Overhead Cranes, Forklifts etc.) CNC experience with cutting/forming equipment. Experience with bending steel plates, oxy propane or plasma cutting equipment and band saw cutting operations Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs Military Skills Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals Effective communication with all shipmates Physical Qualifications Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting Environmental Attributes Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet Join our talent pools, get job alerts, and see EB news We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Click here to get started.