Req ID: 47376
Team: O41 PLANT ENGR
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: Relocation assistance will be available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework
Travel Requirements: No
Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start
Salary Range: $89,000.00 to $110,000.00
The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range
The RoleResearches, plans, designs and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.
Primary job functions specific to this position include:
- Develop technical work instructions for O41 Plant Engineering on Facilities' mechanical systems, utility systems, process piping, fire protection/life safety systems, production equipment, construction and repair specifications/requirements, etc.
- Provide on-site support to internal and external customers on mechanical-related matters to ensure inspections, routine maintenance, and construction projects are performed in accordance with applicable codes and NNS-specific specifications/requirements
- Perform mechanical evaluations, conduct building/infrastructure assessments and respond to emergent safety related issues in a fast paced, large industrial facility setting.
- Perform troubleshooting and provide resolution to issues with mechanical systems, utility systems and fire protection systems while keeping safety at the forefront.
- Direct work assignments of consultants and contractors to ensure shipyard facilities are maintained in a safe condition.
- Support design reviews of contractor project submittals to ensure that proper design, installation and commissioning is accomplished while complying to applicable codes, regulations and best practices
- Review studies and make recommendations supporting the development of the Facilities' Long Range Strategic Plan (LRSP) for critical systems and equipment.
- Perform field inspections of critical equipment and assets.
Must HaveBachelor's Degree and 2 years of relevant exempt experience;
Master's Degree and 0 year of relevant professional experience
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Nice to Have- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) in the mechanical disciplines is preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to build strong working relationships and rapport with NNS production, engineering, safety, maintenance, and contractor personnel
- Knowledge of pertinent Building Codes, Virginia Codes, NFPA Standards/Codes, ASHRAE Recommendations, and OSHA regulations
- Experience with heavy industrial facilities
- Ability to gain and maintain a Confidential level security clearance
- AutoCAD and Inventor experience
