Advanced Mechanical Engineer

Naval Nuclear Laboratory; West Milton (NY); On-site; USD 86,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary

Disability, Life & Accident Ins.

401(k) Savings program & CAP

PTO & Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Tuition Assistance

Student Debt Benefit

Personal Time Off Sell Program

EAP

Wellness Program

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking an Advanced Mechanical Engineer to apply mechanical engineering expertise to facility systems supporting Navy training and site operations at the Kenneth A. Kesselring Site.

The role involves independent complex engineering work on mechanical building systems, including HVAC, radiological ventilation, plumbing, and pressure systems, with responsibilities spanning from design reviews to field support and turnover.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field with 4+ years of relevant experience
• Master's degree in a related field with 2+ years of relevant experience
• Doctorate in a related field
• Advanced Reactor Training Engineer / Refueling Engineer / RPCO Engineer at the company is acceptable

Responsibilities

• Perform complex evaluations and troubleshoot mechanical building systems (HVAC, radiological ventilation, plumbing, pressure)
• Develop practical solutions for repair, modification, replacement, and performance improvements
• Prepare calculations, specifications, drawings, work packages, and technical reports
• Support maintenance and capital projects from scope through turnover
• Assess equipment condition and history to identify reliability risks and improvements
• Apply codes and site requirements to projects
• Participate in design reviews, field walkdowns, testing, and acceptance activities
• Provide field engineering support during maintenance, construction, testing, and commissioning
• Collaborate with operations and trades to implement operating experience
• Develop or adapt tools/methods to improve engineering quality and efficiency

Skills

Engineering design

Troubleshooting

NY Mechanical Code

ASHRAE Fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree in a related field

Doctorate in a related field

Advanced Reactor Training Engineer / Refueling Engineer / RPCO Engineer at Naval Nuclear Laboratory

Job description

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.

Job Description

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking an Advanced Mechanical Engineer to apply mechanical engineering expertise to the facility systems that support this mission.

Facilities Engineering ensures the facilities and supporting infrastructure at the Kenneth A. Kesselring Site are safe, reliable, and ready to support Navy training and site operations. Our team provides engineering expertise for the facilities, utilities, and infrastructure located across Kesselring’s approximately 4,000-acre property.

What You Will Do

As an Advanced Mechanical Engineer, you will independently perform complex engineering work for mechanical building systems that support reliable Navy training operations and a professional work environment for approximately 2,000 people at the Kenneth A. Kesselring Site.

You will support the maintenance, repair, modification, and reliability of mechanical building systems, including HVAC, radiological ventilation, plumbing, and pressure systems. Working with operations, maintenance, trades of all disciplines, project management, safety, security, subcontractors, and other engineering disciplines, you will resolve equipment issues, support facility projects, and improve system reliability.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Perform complex engineering evaluations and troubleshoot mechanical building systems, including HVAC, radiological ventilation, plumbing, and pressure systems.
• Develop and implement practical solutions for equipment repair, modification, replacement, and performance improvement.
• Prepare and review engineering analyses, calculations, specifications, drawings, work packages, and technical reports.
• Support mechanical maintenance and capital projects from scope development through design, construction, testing, commissioning, and turnover.
• Evaluate equipment condition, maintenance history, operating experience, and system performance to identify reliability risks and recommend improvements.
• Apply applicable codes, standards, and site requirements to facility modifications and projects.
• Participate in and contribute technical expertise during design reviews, field walkdowns, testing, and acceptance activities.
• Provide field engineering support during maintenance, construction, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Work with operations, maintenance, and trades organizations to incorporate operating experience into equipment, maintenance, and process improvements.
• Develop or adapt engineering tools, methods, and technical approaches that improve the quality, efficiency, or consistency of mechanical engineering work.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science field; or Currently an Advanced Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in engineering design, troubleshooting, or repair
• Knowledge of New York State Mechanical Code and ASHRAE Fundamentals
• Proficiency in developing engineering documents and reviewing technical drawings
• Familiarity with verification and acceptance testing for facilities projects

Compensation and Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time OffPaid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
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Pay Range

$86,100.00 - $134,600.00 annually
Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards, satellite, and vendor locations.

For more than 75 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world‑class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.