Experienced BBGN Propulsion Plant Integration Engineer

Naval Nuclear Laboratory; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 106,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary

401(k) Savings plan

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking a Propulsion Plant Integration Engineer to shape the next-generation battleship propulsion design. You will work at the intersection of ship design, plant engineering, operations, and Navy decision-making to integrate propulsion systems and refine operational concepts.

The role emphasizes system-level thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and technical leadership, with hands-on analysis and written recommendations across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical field with relevant experience.
• Master's or Doctorate preferred with related engineering background.
• Experience in naval propulsion or reactor operations is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Participate in conceptual studies informing Navy decisions on propulsion features and risks.
• Support integration of battleship systems into the propulsion plant.
• Develop concepts of operation for a single plant surface combatant.
• Validate design compliance and resolve non-conformances.
• Mentor team and coordinate with design yards and Navy reps.

Skills

NNPP ops experience

EDMC/RDMC

Self-starter

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related technical field

Master's degree in a related technical field

Doctorate in a related technical field

Current Principal Reactor Training Engineer / Refueling Engineer / RPCO Engineer

Job description

About Us

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

Join the team that will define how the next-generation battleship is powered and operated.We are seeking a Propulsion Plant Integration Engineer to help bring a proven nuclear propulsion plant design into a new, first-of-a-kind battleship (BBGN). This is a hands-on, systems-level role where you'll work at the intersection of ship design, plant engineering, operations, and Navy decision-making.

The successful candidate will:

• Participate in conceptual studies to inform Navy decision-making on key propulsion plant features, tradeoffs, and risks.
• Support the integration of battleship specific systems into the propulsion plant
• Develop and refine concepts of operation for a single plant surface combatant
• Validate design compliance with surface combatant and platform requirements and identify and resolve non conformances
• Mentor team to support technical and leadership development
• Interface with the battleship Lead Design Yard, BPMI, and Navy representatives to align propulsion plant integration with ship design and fleet needs.
• Perform system analysis to evaluate the impacts of design decisions
• Coordinating with other engineering disciplines to ensure seamless propulsion plant integration into the overall ship design
• Make written technical recommendations in formal correspondence and perform technical reviews of recommendations

This role is a good fit if you enjoy big-picture systems thinking, early design influence, and working across organizational and technical boundaries to bring a complex ship concept to life.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or Currently a Principal Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

Preferred Skills

• Prior Naval Nuclear Propulsion Plant (NNPP) operating experience to include supervision of operations and maintenance of nuclear propulsion plants
• EDMC/RDMC or Engineer Qualified
• Demonstrated self starter with the ability to take an ambiguous task, structure the work, and drive it to closure
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple parallel technical issues
• Experience with technical evaluations and reports with strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to clearly document analyses and present recommendations to both technical and non technical stakeholders

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

$106,200.00 - $166,000.00 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.