Carrier Propulsion Mechanical Engineer - Fleet Impact & Innovation

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

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