Field Engineer (Newport News Shipyard), Principal

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 & CAP

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) Shipyard Field Engineering is seeking a senior field engineer to support the RPCO program at Newport News Shipyard. You will lead technical efforts, coordinate with shipyard and Naval Reactors teams, and oversee installation, testing, diagnosis, and repair of sophisticated nuclear systems.

This is a growth position emphasizing autonomy and stakeholder collaboration. Candidate qualifications include a technical degree with substantial experience, or an advanced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical, engineering or science field with 9+ years of relevant experience; or
• Master’s degree with 7+ years; or
• Doctorate with 3+ years; or
• Currently a Principal Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction and oversight for installations, testing, diagnostics, troubleshooting and repair of complex equipment and nuclear systems.
• Engage with ship's force, senior shipyard leadership and Naval Reactors during field assignments.
• Identify and prevent issues to protect cost and schedule; coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Naval Nuclear Propulsion experience

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/related field

Master's degree in engineering/related field

Doctorate in engineering/related field

Current Principal/RPCO Engineer status

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

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) Shipyard Field Engineering is looking for a dynamic individual to work at the Newport News Shipyard Reactor Plant Contractors' Office (RPCO). This is a growth and development position that offers significant autonomy. This is a hands‑on position where you can play a significant role in integrating the efforts of multiple stakeholders to ensure the success of naval nuclear ship maintenance and construction. The position requires 8‑10 months of technical qualification (less with prior applicable experience). Following completion of qualification, the job title for the position will change to Field (RPCO) Engineer.

RPCO Field Engineers function as independent company representatives at nuclear capable shipyards and Naval Bases. They conduct highly visible work with a broad spectrum of responsibility, including technical support, consultation, and oversight through the performance of installation, testing, diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repair of complex equipment and nuclear systems. The position requires engagement in a shipboard industrial environment meeting directly with ship's force, senior shipyard leadership, and Naval Reactors. Field engineers are proactive in identifying and preventing problems to avoid impacts to cost and ship delivery schedules. They provide technical direction for problem resolution and oversee compliance with contractual requirements. Our engineers research, evaluate, and recommend new products and equipment upgrades as necessary. RPCO field engineers function independently to ensure the best interests of the Company.

Because this is a NNL career development opportunity, it is strongly recommended that upon completion of a 3‑5‑year assignment in the field that the candidate return to one of the laboratory locations to further their career as a leader within NNL.

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

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous experience in applying innovative solutions to resolve problems/improve performance.
• Prior Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program operational or design experience.
• Strong leadership and mentoring ability.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to varying tasks and responsibilities.
• Experience working with US Navy Nuclear Fleet and/or nuclear capable shipyard.

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.