Propulsion Plant Engineer - Quonset Point in North Kingstown

Energy Jobline ZR; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking an engineer to support the VIRGINIA Class Propulsion Plant Fluid Systems and Components department, primarily stationed at the Quonset Point facility with time split to Groton shipyard. The role emphasizes proactive problem-solving, technical leadership, and collaboration across sites.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Engineering with up to 5 years of post-graduate experience; naval nuclear program exposure and active security clearance are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering.
• 0-5 years of professional, post-graduate engineering experience.
• Bachelor's of Science or higher in Mechanical, Marine, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Submarine operator experience (nice to have).
• Active DOD Secret clearance (nice to have).
• Prior Naval Nuclear Program experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Proactive engagement with Quonset Point Operations, Inspection, and Test organizations to overcome barriers and avoid potential pitfalls to ensure first-time quality and on-time completion of work.
• Developing technical rationale and sound engineered work direction to maximize material availability, maintain construction momentum, and drive on-time delivery of modules.
• Continuous communication with department personnel and supervision located at the Groton shipyard.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

B.S. in Mechanical/Marine/Aerospace/Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Overview

The VIRGINIA Class Propulsion Plant Fluid Systems and Components department consists of five groups inside three disciples: (1) Reactor Plant and Steam Plant Fluid Systems, (2) Steam Valves and Heat Exchangers and Pump Engineered Components, and (3) Test Equipment. These groups are cognizant over respective piping systems, components, or test equipment assemblies and responsible for developing sound technical solutions to emerging construction and test problems arising at new construction shipyards. This position bolsters support at the Quonset Point facility for propulsion plant system and component work.

Responsibilities

1. Proactive engagement with Quonset Point Operations, Inspection, and Test organizations to overcome barriers and avoid potential pitfalls to ensure first-time quality and on-time completion of work,
2. Developing technical rationale and sound engineered work direction to maximize material availability, maintain construction momentum, and drive on-time delivery of modules.
3. Continuous communication with department personnel and supervision located at the Groton shipyard.

Engineers hired under this position will be primarily located at the Quonset Point facility after an onboarding period splitting time between Quonset Point and the Groton shipyard.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering
• 0-5 years of professional, post-graduate engineering experience

:

• Bachelor's of Science or higher in Mechanical, Marine, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering
• Submarine operator experience
• 2-5 years of professional, post-graduate engineering experience
• Active DOD Secret clearance
• Prior Naval Nuclear Program experience

Skills

• Organization, self-motivation, desire for continued learning, and a questioning attitude
• Above average written and verbal communication skills
• An experienced mentor will be assigned to each engineer and on the job training is expected