Req ID: 49498
Team: E26 CVN PIPING SYS
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: Yes, up to 10% of the time
Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start
Salary Range: $99,000.00 to $122,000.00
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 Role
Researches, 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.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead a multidisciplinary team in the creation, maintenance, and validation of system diagrams that meet both customer and Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) requirements. The successful candidate will act as the primary technical liaison with customers, mentor junior engineers, and ensure diagram integrity across the product lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
• Leadership & Mentoring - Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers and draftsmen, fostering technical growth, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement while managing system diagrams in accordance with customer and NNS requirements.
• Developing & Updating Diagrams - Create, maintain, and revise as built and as designed system diagrams to reflect current configurations and design changes.
• System Network Flow Analysis - Perform network flow analyses (using approved tools such as CFD or hydraulic simulation) to verify that system interactions meet performance and safety criteria.
• Material Identification - Identify and document all materials, components, and part numbers represented in the diagrams.
• Review & Approval - Review and approve drawings and product model files in coordination with Quality Assurance and Configuration Management to ensure compliance with diagram standards and project specifications.
• Troubleshooting - Diagnose and resolve shipboard and vendor related issues affecting diagram accuracy or system performance, and implement corrective actions in the drawing database.
• Customer Interface - Serve as the primary technical liaison with customers, gathering requirements, providing status updates, and addressing any diagram related questions while maintaining traceability to customer requirements (e.g., MIL STD xxxx).
Qualifications / Skills
• Experience with engineering drawing standards and CAD/PLM tools (e.g., Creo, CATIA, Siemens Teamcenter, or equivalent).
• Strong analytical skills for network flow and systems analysis.
• Ability to lead and collaborate with shipboard personnel, vendors, and cross functional teams.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high quality documentation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U NNS (or higher) security clearance.
• Ability to perform ship check per NNS Ship Check Program (Level II or higher).
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant exempt experience;
Master's Degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience;
Ph.D. and 0 years of experience.
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Nice to Have
Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in fluid-piping design, analysis, and installation. Holds a relevant engineering degree and a proven track record of delivering reliable piping solutions across multiple projects. Skilled in CAD/PLM tools, hydraulic calculations, and cross-functional collaboration to meet performance, safety, and schedule requirements. Demonstrates strong leadership and interpersonal abilities, enabling effective teamwork with management, peers, trades, vendors, and customers.
Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.
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