Lead Mechanical Engineer - Plant & Facilities

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Newport News, Northern (VA, KY); On-site; USD 99,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking a mechanical engineering professional to design and develop complex systems for production, testing and operation of naval vessels. The role emphasizes leadership in plant engineering, safety compliance, and collaboration with internal and external teams.

Responsibilities include evaluating mechanical systems, guiding project submittals, and supporting long-range strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant exempt experience; Master’s Degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience; Ph.D. and 0 years of experience.
• Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical expert for O41 Plant Engineering on Facilities' mechanical systems, utility systems, process piping, fire protection/life safety systems, production equipment, construction and repair specifications/requirements, etc.
• Provide technical leadership and direction to internal and external customers on mechanical-related matters to ensure inspections, routine maintenance, and construction projects are performed in accordance with applicable codes and NNS-specific specifications/requirements
• Perform mechanical evaluations, conduct building/infrastructure assessments and respond to emergent safety related issues in a fast paced, large industrial facility setting.
• Act as a lead in performing root cause analysis and developing robust corrective action to drive the resolution of unplanned events.
• Direct work assignments of consultants and contractors to ensure shipyard facilities are maintained in a safe condition.
• Support design reviews of contractor project submittals to ensure that proper design, installation and commissioning is accomplished while complying to applicable codes, regulations and best practices
• Prepare and/or review studies and make recommendations supporting the development of the Facilities' Long Range Strategic Plan (LRSP) for critical systems and equipment.
• Support key strategic business development and strategic initiatives as assigned and developed. Ability to complete assigned tasks on schedule and within budget
• Serve as a mentor for younger engineers within the O41 Plant Engineering organization and assigned Engineering team

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree program

Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years exempt experience

Master's Degree with 3+ years experience

PhD with 0 years experience

Job description

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking a mechanical engineering professional to design and develop complex systems for production, testing and operation of naval vessels. The role emphasizes leadership in plant engineering, safety compliance, and collaboration with internal and external teams.

Responsibilities include evaluating mechanical systems, guiding project submittals, and supporting long-range strategic planning.