ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 4

Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Structural Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves supporting engineering projects, analyzing structural specifications, and collaborating with a diverse group of professionals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural engineering and be adept at using advanced tools like CATIA and AutoCAD. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the design and development of cutting-edge naval technology while enjoying a supportive work environment that prioritizes employee well-being and career growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

401K savings plan

Employee discounts

On-site health centers

Wellness resources

Employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• 9 years of relevant experience required for Bachelor's degree holders.
• Experience in structural engineering and design standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and develop structural engineering specifications for various materials.
• Support facilities projects and engineering teams in structural design.

Skills

Structural Engineering

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Project Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Ph.D. in Engineering

Tools

CATIA

IDEAS

ProEngineer

AutoCAD

MS Office Suite

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Req ID: 41447

Team: O48 CRANE ENGR&QLTY

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time

Shift: 1st

Relocation: Relocation assistance will be available

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement: No

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding

With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, we collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

This position will support facilities projects and engineering team in either the plant engineering, project engineering, or crane engineering team. A Professional Engineer’s license is desirable. Candidates shall analyze, researches and develops structural engineering specifications involving metals, non-metallic or composite structural materials for product design, or operation of product to include structures, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronics, power plant, armament, heating and ventilating, equipment and maintenance designs. Analyzes damage tolerance, durability, design allowables and structural modeling. Specific structural engineering specialties may include dynamics and loads, stability and stress fatigue and thermal analysis. Tools utilized may include CATIA, IDEAS, ProEngineer and a variety of software applications. Work is performed without appreciable direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment. Completed work is reviewed from a relatively long- term perspective, for desired results. The candidate shall be capable of solving problems in an organized manner. Basic MS Office suit and AutoCAD skills are needed (Word and Excel) as well as the ability to communicate clearly with supervisors, peers and customers. Additional skills needed are the ability to work in AutoCAD, understanding of simple electrical and mechanical drawings, use project scheduling tools, understanding of the various types of submittals associated with a project, an understanding of legal and sourcing requirements.

Analyzes, researches and develops structural engineering specifications involving metals, non-metallic or composite structural materials for product design, or operation of product to include structures, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronics, power plant, armament, heating and ventilating, equipment and maintenance designs. Analyzes damage tolerance, durability, design allowables and structural modeling. Specific structural engineering specialties may include dynamics and loads, stability and stress fatigue and thermal analysis. Tools utilized may include CATIA, IDEAS, ProEngineer and a variety of software applications.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 9 years of relevant exempt experience;

Master’s Degree and 7 years of relevant professional experience;

Ph.D. and 4 years of experience.

Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.

Nice to Have

Ability to build strong working relationships and rapport with NNS production, engineering, safety, maintenance, and contractor personnel

Shipyard/Nuclear facilities experience

Proficient in pertinent structural/building codes and design standards

PMP Certification, PMI

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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