Naval Structural Engineer — Shipbuilding & Construction

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

Job summary

Newport News Shipbuilding, part of HII, is seeking a highly skilled structural engineer to analyze and develop specifications for metals, non-metals, and composites used in naval construction.

The role focuses on damage tolerance, design allowables, and structural modeling while supporting facilities in new construction project management. Collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams and field experience are valued.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years exempt experience, or Master's with 3+ years, or PhD with 0 years.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings and supervise construction projects to ensure compliance with design specifications and regulations.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors and local authorities to ensure on-time, on-budget facility projects.
• Oversee detailed design, budgetary costing and standardized construction for structural and civil work.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Civil engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree

Ph.D.

Tools

CATIA

IDEAS

ProEngineer

Job description

Newport News Shipbuilding, part of HII, is seeking a highly skilled structural engineer to analyze and develop specifications for metals, non-metals, and composites used in naval construction.

The role focuses on damage tolerance, design allowables, and structural modeling while supporting facilities in new construction project management. Collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams and field experience are valued.