Senior Engineer - Core Assembly

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP); West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 96,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Student debt benefit

Job summary

The Core Assembly engineering group within Naval Nuclear Laboratory's Core Manufacturing organization seeks an experienced engineer to provide technical oversight of nuclear reactor core component manufacturing, supporting NIMITZ, VIRGINIA, FORD, and COLUMBIA-class programs in collaboration with design, materials engineering, and government stakeholders.

The Senior Engineer will drive issue resolution, lead production process improvements, and mentor early career engineers while developing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field with at least 6 years of relevant experience; or Master’s with at least 4 years; or Doctorate with at least 1 year; or Senior Reactor Training Engineer/Refueling Engineer at the Company.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight and direction for the manufacture of reactor core components.
• Collaborate with internal engineering organizations, manufacturing partners, and government stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Monitor production progress, identify risks or emerging issues, and recommend process and quality improvements.
• Develop, review, and support technical plans, qualification activities, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Lead resolution of complex technical issues and mentor early career engineers.
• Participate in evaluation and implementation of technical requirements, design changes, and contract changes.
• Support initiatives led by partner engineering organizations and contribute to cross organizational improvement efforts.
• Perform occasional travel to supplier facilities to support issue resolution and production readiness.

Skills

Collaboration across teams

Strong communication

Issue resolution

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

Doctorate in related field

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 Core Assembly engineering group within NNL's Core Manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced engineer or scientist to provide technical oversight of nuclear reactor core component manufacturing. This team provides engineering leadership and production insight for the NIMITZ, VIRGINIA, FORD, and COLUMBIA-class programs. This role offers the opportunity to influence production of critical reactor core components through frequent collaboration with design and materials engineering organizations, manufacturing partners, and government stakeholders. The Senior Engineer will lead technical issue resolution, drive production process improvements, and provide mentorship to early career engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight and direction for the manufacture of reactor core components.
• Collaborate with internal engineering organizations, manufacturing partners, and government stakeholders to help ensure successful, on time delivery of reactor core components.
• Monitor production progress, identify risks or emerging issues, and develop recommendations for process and quality improvement.
• Develop, review, and support technical plans, qualification activities, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Lead resolution of complex technical issues and support routine engineering tasks.
• Mentor early career engineers and promote strong technical quality and rigor across assigned work.
• Participate in the evaluation and implementation of technical requirements, design changes, and contract changes.
• Support initiatives led by partner engineering organizations and contribute to cross organizational improvement efforts.
• Perform occasional travel to supplier facilities to support issue resolution, production readiness, and technical reviews.

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 6 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 4 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate 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 a Senior Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

Preferred Skills

• Demonstrated collaboration across diverse technical teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead complex technical issues to closure.
• Experience in manufacturing or quality assurance environments.

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

$95,700.00 - $149,600.00 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.