Associate Mechanical Engineer

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

Disability & Life Insurance

401(k) Savings plan

Personal & Medical Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Tuition Assistance

Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Program

Benefits portal access

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory in the United States is seeking a Carrier Power Plant Mechanical (CPM) engineer to provide expert technical support to the U.S. Navy across ship construction, operation, and decommissioning stages.

You will work on NIMITZ and Ford Class carriers to ensure fleet readiness, safety, and reliability by delivering high-quality technical products and fleet solutions. Join our team to develop engineering and leadership skills in propulsion plant systems, and to address fleet

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related technical, engineering or science field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Experience with technical evaluations and reports.
• High intrinsic motivation to learn.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovation to improve steam and reactor plant system performance, operation, or maintenance.
• Become an expert in propulsion plant systems and operations.
• Provide resolution of operating fleet and shipyard technical issues.
• Lead design changes such as developing detailed designs, shipboard use procedures and manuals, and supporting installation and operation.
• Prioritize and manage tasks to ensure technical deliverables meet schedules and budgets.
• Facilitate a strong and productive teaming environment with related organizations both internal and external to the company.
• Write and review formal technical recommendations.
• Frequently interact with company management, shipyard personnel, Navy representatives, and specialists within the company to advance a unified technical direction.

Skills

Motivation to learn

Teamwork

Problem resolution

Technical evaluations

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree in related field

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

Carrier Power Plant Mechanical (CPM) engineers provide expert technical support to the United States Navy during ship construction, operations, and all the way through to decommissioning. CPM engineers support the NIMITZ and Ford Class carrier platforms and help ensure maximum fleet readiness, operational capability, and safety through development and delivery of high-quality technical products, solutions to emergent fleet issues, and proactive development of propulsion plant system improvements. CPM is seeking highly motivated engineers and scientists to support this mission and experience the fast-paced work of fleet support. Join our team for an excellent opportunity to develop and demonstrate engineering and leadership skills in the power plant engineering field.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovation to improve steam and reactor plant system performance, operation, or maintenance
• Become an expert in propulsion plant systems and operations
• Provide resolution of operating fleet and shipyard technical issues
• Lead design changes such as developing detailed designs, shipboard use procedures and manuals, and supporting installation and operation
• Prioritize and manage tasks to ensure technical deliverables meet schedules and budgets
• Facilitate a strong and productive teaming environment with related organizations both internal and external to the company
• Write and review formal technical?recommendations
• Frequently interact with company management, shipyard personnel, Navy representatives, and specialists within the company to advance a unified technical direction

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

• High intrinsic motivation to learn
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Demonstrated ability to drive complicated technical problems to resolution
• Experience with technical evaluations and reports
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

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.