Mechanical Engineer

Naval Nuclear Laboratory; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 79,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

Voluntary Benefits

Disability

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

401(k) Savings

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking a mechanical engineer to perform structural dynamics and analysis work, with a focus on shock and vibration. The role involves modeling, analyzing and documenting work for internal teams and external partners, including BPMI and Electric Boat.

The position requires a degree in a related field and 1–2 years of relevant experience or current certification as an Intermediate Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or RPCO Engineer.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelors degree in a related technical/engineering/science field with 2+ years of relevant experience; or a Masters with 1+ year; or current relevant engineering role at the company.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural dynamics and analysis work, focusing on shock and vibration.
• Model, analyze, and document work for internal and external organizations (e.g., BPMI, Electric Boat).
• Develop new or improved methods for S&V analysis to support maintenance of S&V UTRS documents.

Skills

S&V analysis experience

Strong communication

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related technical, engineering or science field

Master's degree in a related technical, engineering or science field

Current Intermediate Reactor Training Engineer / Refueling Engineer / Field (RPCO) Engineer

Tools

ABAQUS

ANSYS

MATLAB

ProE Creo

Job description

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

Naval Nuclear Labatory (NNL) is looking for a mechanical engineer to perform structural dynamics and analysis work, primarily focused on shock and vibration (S&V). Work includes modeling, analyzing, and documenting work for various organizations across NNL and for outside organizations (e.g. BPMI, Electric Boat). Work includes developing new or improved methods for performing S&V analysis, which supports maintenance of the S&V UTRS documents. Requires strong verbal and written communication and ability to work well in a team environment.

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 2 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 1 year of relevant experience; or Currently an Intermediate Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with ABAQUS, ANSYS, MATLAB, ProE Creo
• Past S&V experience or coursework
• Model analysis/testing experience
• Structural analysis experience

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

$78,700.00 - $120,500.00 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.