Entry-Level Automation & Robotics Project Engineer

Jobtailor; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a seasoned Facilities Engineer to drive robotics and automation projects at Newport News Shipbuilding. You will lead cross-functional teams, provide electrical, mechanical, and controls oversight, and manage field execution and contractor interfaces to deliver on time and within budget.

The role emphasizes manufacturing process engineering, technology development, and strict schedule/cost control. U.S. citizenship and security clearance eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• 0 years experience with Bachelors or 4 years with HS diploma in related field.
• Experience developing GUIs, HMIs, or operator interfaces.
• Ability to read design engineering drawings and analyses.

Responsibilities

• Support Facilities Engineering in robotics, automation, and advanced manufacturing equipment projects.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams through all PM phases.
• Provide engineering oversight for electrical, mechanical, controls, and structural disciplines.
• Provide field engineering, technical assessments, and contractor management during construction.
• Support manufacturing process engineering and technology development.
• Control project costs and schedules and ensure on-time delivery.
• Support Newport News Shipbuilding facilities operations.

Skills

Project Management

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Mechatronics Engineering

Custom GUI Development

HMI Development

Field Engineering

Manufacturing Process Engineering

Design Engineering Analysis

Technical Assessments

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Windows

MS Office Suite

Job description

Jobtailor seeks a seasoned Facilities Engineer to drive robotics and automation projects at Newport News Shipbuilding. You will lead cross-functional teams, provide electrical, mechanical, and controls oversight, and manage field execution and contractor interfaces to deliver on time and within budget.

The role emphasizes manufacturing process engineering, technology development, and strict schedule/cost control. U.S. citizenship and security clearance eligibility are required.