MECHANICAL 3, FLUID SYSTEMS

HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

HII's Newport News Shipbuilding division is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop mechanical products and systems, including instruments, controls, engines, and heat transfer systems for energy production, transmission and use. You will apply research to planning, design, development and testing of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems.

The role emphasizes leading a team, updating diagrams, performing flow analyses, and documenting parts while coordinating with QA and customers

Qualifications

• Experience with engineering drawing standards and CAD/PLM tools.
• Strong analytical skills for network flow and systems analysis.
• Ability to lead and collaborate with shipboard personnel, vendors, and cross functional teams.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high quality documentation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U NNS (or higher) security clearance.
• Ability to perform ship check per NNS Ship Check Program (LevelII or higher).

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers and draftsmen.
• Create, maintain and revise as built and as designed system diagrams.
• Perform network flow analyses to verify performance and safety criteria.
• Identify and document all materials, components, and part numbers in diagrams.
• Review and approve drawings and product model files with QA and Configuration Management.
• Diagnose and resolve shipboard and vendor issues affecting diagrams.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison with customers and ensure traceability to requirements.

Skills

CAD/PLM tools

Network analysis

Team leadership

Detail orientation

Communication skills

Security clearance

Ship check program

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program

Master’s Degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience

Ph.D. and 0 years of experience

Job description

Team: E26 CVN PIPING SYS

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 Requirements: Yes, up to 10% of the time

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $99,000.00 to $122,000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

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. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.

The Role

Researches, plans, designs and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Mentoring – Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers and draftsmen, fostering technical growth, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement while managing system diagrams in accordance with customer and NNS requirements.
• Developing & Updating Diagrams – Create, maintain, and revise as built and as designed system diagrams to reflect current configurations and design changes.
• System Network Flow Analysis – Perform network flow analyses (using approved tools such as CFD or hydraulic simulation) to verify that system interactions meet performance and safety criteria.
• Material Identification – Identify and document all materials, components, and part numbers represented in the diagrams.
• Review & Approval – Review and approve drawings and product model files in coordination with Quality Assurance and Configuration Management to ensure compliance with diagram standards and project specifications.
• Troubleshooting – Diagnose and resolve shipboard and vendor related issues affecting diagram accuracy or system performance, and implement corrective actions in the drawing database.
• Customer Interface – Serve as the primary technical liaison with customers, gathering requirements, providing status updates, and addressing any diagram related questions while maintaining traceability to customer requirements (e.g., MIL STD xxxx).

Qualifications / Skills

• Experience with engineering drawing standards and CAD/PLM tools (e.g., Creo, CATIA, Siemens Teamcenter, or equivalent).
• Strong analytical skills for network flow and systems analysis.
• Ability to lead and collaborate with shipboard personnel, vendors, and cross functional teams.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high quality documentation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U NNS (or higher) security clearance.
• Ability to perform ship check per NNS Ship Check Program (LevelII or higher).

Must Have

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.

Nice to Have

Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in fluid‑piping design, analysis, and installation. Holds a relevant engineering degree and a proven track record of delivering reliable piping solutions across multiple projects. Skilled in CAD/PLM tools, hydraulic calculations, and cross‑functional collaboration to meet performance, safety, and schedule requirements. Demonstrates strong leadership and interpersonal abilities, enabling effective teamwork with management, peers, trades, vendors, and customers.

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?

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