Mechanical Engineer

Markon, Inc.; Town of Niskayuna (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

Markon, Inc. seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineer to support the Naval Nuclear Laboratory PPTT program at the Kesselring site in New York.

This role may be performed remotely up to 15% and requires an active DOE L security clearance or equivalent eligibility. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across locations to design, test, and deliver advanced naval propulsion training simulators, review supplier designs, and ensure compliance with engineering standards throughout the

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship or clear eligibility to obtain a DOE L security clearance.
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience may be considered for higher level.
• Experience with design reviews and supplier coordination is desirable.
• Experience with FEA, GD&T, and ASME/AWS standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering support for design, production, testing, and delivery of training simulators.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across locations to support mechanical design and program execution.
• Review and disposition supplier mechanical design submittals against technical requirements.
• Evaluate engineering documentation, calculations, drawings, and specifications for accuracy.
• Review static structural analyses to assess integrity and compliance.
• Participate in design reviews and supplier discussions to resolve questions.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to align activities with program objectives.
• Evaluate designs and provide actionable recommendations for engineering decisions.
• Identify and resolve mechanical design concerns and technical discrepancies.
• Review documentation for consistency with design requirements and standards.
• Collaborate with suppliers to integrate components into training systems.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to engineering teams and leadership.
• Support engineering reviews and coordination throughout design, production, and testing phases.

Skills

Clear communication

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Problem solving

DOE clearance experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

3 years professional experience

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Description

Markon is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to support the Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) at its Kesselring site in New York. This position will support the Propulsion Plant Team Trainer (PPTT) program, a multi-site initiative responsible for the design, production, testing, and delivery of advanced naval propulsion training simulators.

NOTE: This position supports multiple locations and may be performed remotely up to 15% of the time. An active DOE L clearance is required for the role, however US Citizenship and a DoD Secret or above may be considered as well.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering support for the design, production, testing, and delivery of advanced training simulators supporting the PPTT program.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams across multiple locations to support mechanical design activities and program execution.

• Review and disposition supplier mechanical design submittals, ensuring designs satisfy established technical requirements.

• Evaluate supplier engineering documentation, design calculations, drawings, and technical specifications for accuracy and completeness.

• Review static structural analyses of mechanical designs to assess structural integrity and compliance with engineering requirements.

• Participate in technical design reviews and supplier engineering discussions to resolve design questions and identify potential issues.

• Coordinate with project stakeholders to ensure mechanical engineering activities remain aligned with program objectives.

• Evaluate proposed mechanical designs and provide technical recommendations to support engineering decisions.

• Support the identification and resolution of mechanical design concerns, technical discrepancies, and engineering challenges.

• Review engineering documentation to verify consistency with established design requirements and applicable standards.

• Collaborate with engineering personnel and suppliers to support the successful integration of mechanical components into training simulator systems.

• Communicate technical findings, design concerns, and recommendations to engineering teams and senior project personnel.

• Support engineering reviews and technical coordination throughout the design, production, and testing phases of the PPTT program.

Qualifications

Required:

• U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain a Department of Energy (DOE) L security clearance.

  • Ability to successfully complete the required background investigation, including review of relevant financial, federal, and criminal history.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university.

  • Education may be substituted with3 years of professional experience as a Mechanical Engineer.
• Multiple levels may be considered for this opening.
  • 5+ years of experience and required education may be in consideration for a higher level.

Desired:

• Active DOE L security clearance – highly preferred.

• Experience using SolidWorks or equivalent 3D modeling software.

• Experience with model-based design methodologies.

• Experience supporting engineering design reviews and technical interchanges with suppliers.

• Experience reviewing static structural analyses, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA).

• Ability to review, understand, and apply relevant engineering codes and standards, including ASME and AWS.

• Experience with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.

• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

• Experience reviewing mechanical designs involving joining processes, including welding.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Ability to think creatively, evaluate engineering challenges, and provide actionable recommendations to senior project personnel.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Salary Range

USD $90,000.00 - USD $127,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Overview

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays