Multidisciplined Engineer (Simulation Engineering), Intermediate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Disability, Life & Accident Insurance

401(k) Savings program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking an engineer to support the PPTT programs & engineering division. The role includes planning project activities, interfacing with stakeholders, conducting design reviews, reviewing supplier submittals, and supporting on-site inspections and testing of production equipment at supplier facilities and NNL sites.

Strong collaboration and independent work style are valued. The successful candidate will hold a related degree with experience or a relevant master's and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical, engineering or science field with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with at least 1 year of relevant experience, or current Intermediate Reactor Training Engineer/Refueling Engineer/Field (RPCO) Engineer at the company.
• Master’s degree in a related field with 1+ years of experience or equivalent experience.
• Experience interfacing with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and conducting design reviews.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct independent work efforts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Interface with stakeholders to ensure project objectives are being met.
• Perform design reviews and technical interchanges with Suppliers as well as internal NNL stakeholders.
• Review and disposition Supplier design submittals to validate designs based on technical requirements.
• Support on-site hardware inspections and testing of production equipment at Supplier facilities and remote NNL sites.

Skills

Project planning

Stakeholder liaison

Design reviews

Supplier interactions

On-site inspections

Education

Bachelor's degree in related technical/engineering or science field

Master's degree in related technical/engineering or science field

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

Tools

SolidWorks

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

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) Propulsion Plant Team Trainer (PPTT) Programs & Engineering (PPE) subdivision is a multi-site organization engaged in the design, fabrication, assembly, installation, testing, and delivery of the PPTT, a full scale propulsion plant hardware trainer, to support the Next Generation Training Program (NGTP). PPE engineers are responsible for: PPTT components and modules, the interactive portion of the simulated environment, which will be integrated into the overall trainer; electrical and systems engineering of the trainer and supporting infrastructure; PPTT Integration, the holistic physical training envelope and supporting structure and interconnections; and project management of all related work efforts.

An exciting opportunity is now available for engineers to support these ongoing efforts; this work consists of a mixture of mechanical, materials, electrical, and facilities engineering disciplines and favors a well-rounded candidate.

The successful candidate for this position will:

• Plan and conduct independent work efforts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Interface with stakeholders to ensure project objectives are being met.
• Perform design reviews and technical interchanges with Suppliers as well as internal NNL stakeholders.
• Review and disposition Supplier design submittals to validate designs based on technical requirements.
• Support on-site hardware inspections and testing of production equipment at Supplier facilities and remote NNL sites.

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

• Degrees in Mechanical or Systems Engineering are preferred, but not required.
• Experience in equipment design and production.
• Experience with SolidWorks or equivalent 3D modeling software.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to think creatively and make recommendations to senior project personnel.
• Ability to work independently or in a group setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

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, satellite, and vendor locations.

For more than 75 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.