Associate Computer & Electrical Engineer Software

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP); West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 64,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary

Disability, Life & Accident Insurance

401(k) Savings & CAP

Personal & Medical Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Tuition Assistance

Student Debt Benefit

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is seeking a Software Engineer to help design and deploy software for precision mechatronic examination systems used to inspect irradiated Navy fuel and ATR specimens.

You will architect and implement solutions, collaborate with engineers and operations staff, and contribute to design docs while working in both lab and office environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical, engineering or science field.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and deploy software for control systems in mechatronic examination setups.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and operations teams to deliver solutions.
• Develop design documentation and author software code for laboratory and office environments.

Skills

Proficient oral and written comms

Creativity in problem-solving

Experience in C#, LabVIEW, AcroBasic

Team-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

Tools

C#

LabVIEW

AcroBasic

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 (NNL) Examination Design Projects subdivision is looking for an experienced software engineer to join our team developing precision mechatronic examination systems for inspecting irradiated fuel from the Navy's submarines and aircraft carriers and experiments in the Advanced Test Reactor (ATR). We are tasked with (1) developing new examination systems for three new facilities dedicated to processing and testing spent nuclear fuel and ATR specimens and (2) major system upgrades needed to continue examinations at our current test facility until the new facilities are deployed. As a Software Engineer in the Examination Design Projects subdivision, you will play a vital role in architecting, designing, and deploying the custom software solution aspects of our control systems. Our control systems typically focus on X, Y, Z axis motion control, data acquisition and processing, and database design with high value placed on developing systems that optimize lifecycle management. Your specific tasks will include a mix of hands-on work in the laboratory environment where systems are designed and tested as well as office-based work to develop design documentation and author software code. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical and electrical engineers, test sponsors, and operations personnel at Naval Reactors Facility (NRF) to deliver cutting-edge solutions to the challenges associated with examining spent nuclear fuel and performing irradiations testing.

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field.

Preferred Skills

• Proficient oral and written communication
• Creativity in problem-solving
• Experience in C#, LabVIEW, and AcroBasic
• Ability and desire to work in a team environment

Compensation And Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid 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

$63,900.00 - $97,800.00 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 and vendor locations. For nearly 70 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.