Principal Construction Project Engineer

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 106,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Savings plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Tuition assistance

Student debt benefit

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory seeks a Field Engineer for the Construction and Contracts team to interface with design oversight engineering and subcontractors supporting NEAP. The role involves developing preconstruction services, construction management strategy, and commissioning approaches while ensuring safety, reliability, quality, schedule and cost.

Requirements include a related technical degree with extensive experience, plus familiarity with OSHA regulations, building codes, and cost

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical, engineering, science or construction field with 9+ years of relevant experience; or Master’s with 7+ years; or Doctorate with 3+ years; or currently a Principal Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.
• Experience developing technical documents such as specs, work scopes, or contract documents is preferred.
• Knowledge of 29 CFR 1926 OSHA Construction Industry Regulations and Standards is preferred.
• Knowledge of Building Codes and Standards is preferred.
• Experience with planning and executing projects is preferred.
• Experience with cost estimate development/review is preferred.
• Experience with software tools like AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MS Office is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interface with design oversight engineering and subcontractors to support the project.
• Develop construction management strategy during detailed design phase.
• Provide preconstruction services and contribute to commissioning approaches.
• Ensure safety, reliability, quality, schedule, and cost in project execution.

Skills

Effective communicator

Problem solver

Planning

Cost estimates

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

MS Office

Building codes awareness

OSHA 29 CFR 1926

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

Doctorate in related field

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

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

MS Office

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 Examination Acquisition Project (NEAP) is seeking a Field Engineer for the Construction and Contracts team to interface with design oversight engineering and subcontractors supporting the project. As NEAP transitions into the detailed design phase this position will work closely with the subcontracted Construction Manager to provide preconstruction services and develop the construction management strategy. This individual may also be involved in developing and managing the commissioning approach. The Field Engineer provides technical knowledge for development and execution of projects without compromising safety, reliability, quality, schedule and cost, as part of a multi-disciplinary project team.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science or construction field and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science or construction field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science or construction field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or Currently a Principal Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in development of technical documents such as specifications, work scopes, alternative options, or contract documents
• Effective communicator and problem solver
• Knowledgeable of 29 CFR 1926 OSHA Construction Industry Regulations and Standards
• Knowledgeable of Building Codes and Standards
• Experience with planning and executing projects
• Experience with development/review of cost estimates
• Experience with software tools, i.e. Autocad, blue beam, MS Office

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

$106,200.00 - $166,000.00 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.